Personal Information:

• Name, email address, phone number when you register or contact us
• Membership application details and documentation
• Volunteer registration information
• Correspondence and communication records

Non-Personal Information:

• Browser type, device information, IP address
• Website usage patterns and analytics data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Processing membership applications and maintaining member records
• Communicating about our programs, events, and animal welfare initiatives
• Coordinating volunteer activities and training sessions
• Responding to inquiries and providing customer support
• Improving our website functionality and user experience
• Complying with legal obligations and protecting our rights

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal requirements or court orders
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization
• With trusted service providers who assist our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• In case of business merger, acquisition, or asset sale

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and login status
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Improve website performance and functionality
• Provide personalized content and experiences

You can control cookie settings through your browser, but some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Access controls and authentication protocols
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Staff training on data protection best practices
• Secure data backup and recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
• Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
• Maintain membership records and organizational history
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Parents or guardians who believe we may have collected information from their child should contact us immediately.

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that:

• Appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers
• Data protection standards are maintained across all jurisdictions
• Legal requirements for cross-border data transfers are met

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying prominent notices on our platform

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.