Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, and location
• Rescuer organization details and verification documents
• Animal listings, photos, and descriptions
• Adoption application information
• Communication between rescuers and adopters

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate and maintain the Vacadopt platform
• Connect rescuers with potential adopters
• Verify rescuer credentials and animal welfare standards
• Send notifications about applications and adoptions
• Improve our services and user experience
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform safety

3. Information Sharing

We share your information with other users as necessary to facilitate adoptions. When you submit an adoption application, your contact information is shared with the rescuer. When you list an animal, your rescuer profile is visible to potential adopters. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw consent at any time

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country. By using Vacadopt, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside your residence.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our website.