Privacy Policy for PawCatalog

Last updated: 04.05.2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to PawCatalog (https://pawcatalog.com/).

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

2. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:

Email: contact@pawcatalog.com

3. Information We Collect

a) Information You Provide

When using PawCatalog, you may provide:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Business information (listing submissions)
• Account details (if registration is enabled)
• Messages or inquiries

b) Automatically Collected Data

We automatically collect certain technical data:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Pages visited and interaction data

4. Accounts (If Enabled)

If you create an account:

• Your login details and profile data are stored securely
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
• You may request deletion of your account at any time

5. Business Listings

When submitting a listing:

• Your business information (name, address, phone, website, etc.) will be publicly visible
• You confirm that you have the right to publish this information
• PawCatalog is not responsible for inaccuracies in submitted listings

6. Payments (Paid Listings)

If you purchase featured or paid listings:

• Payments are processed by third-party providers (e.g., Stripe)
• PawCatalog does not store full payment details (such as credit card numbers)
• Payment providers may collect and process your data according to their own privacy policies

7. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Operate and manage the directory
• Display listings
• Process payments
• Respond to inquiries
• Improve website performance
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Send updates (only if you opt in)

8. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent – when you submit forms or accept cookies
• Contract – when you purchase listings
• Legitimate interests – to operate and improve PawCatalog
• Legal obligations – where required

9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

PawCatalog uses cookies and similar technologies.

a) Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential cookies – required for site functionality
• Analytics cookies – to understand website usage
• Preference cookies – to remember your settings

b) Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to collect anonymized usage data such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on the site
• Device and browser information

Google may process this data on servers outside the EU.

c) Cookie Consent

When you visit PawCatalog, you will be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

You can withdraw your consent at any time via your browser settings or cookie banner.

10. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data with:

• Hosting providers
• Analytics providers (e.g., Google)
• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe)
• Service providers necessary to operate the website
• Authorities if legally required

11. International Data Transfers

Some service providers may process data outside the EU/EEA.

In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

12. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

• Providing services
• Legal compliance
• Resolving disputes

You may request deletion at any time.

13. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Data portability

To exercise your rights, contact: contact@pawcatalog.com

You also have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.

14. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data.

However, no system is completely secure.

15. Third-Party Links

PawCatalog may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

16. Children’s Privacy

PawCatalog is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

17. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be published on this page.

18. Contact

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy: contact@pawcatalog.com