We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our website, including registered members and service providers. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.
2. Data Controller
My Pet Lion LTD
40 Hartslock Drive
London
SE2 9UT
info@Lionpuppy.com
3. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
– Members: Name, email address, username, password, dog’s name, breed, age group, gender, location (city/region, postal code), profile picture, bio, social media links (optional), .
– Service Providers: Business name, owner/primary contact name, email address, phone number, address, city/region, postal code, type of services offered, pricing information, business hours, licenses and certifications, professional affiliations, insurance information, years in business, staff qualifications, client testimonials, logo, photographs, video introductions (optional), social media links, website URL, special offers or discounts.
b. Usage Data
Information on how you use our website, including IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
c. Cookies
To manage the cookies and similar technologies used (tracking pixels, web beacons, etc.) and related consents, we use the consent tool “Real Cookie Banner”. Details on how “Real Cookie Banner” works can be found at <a href=”https://devowl.io/rcb/data-processing/” rel=”noreferrer” target=”_blank”>https://devowl.io/rcb/data-processing/</a>.
The legal basis for the processing of personal data in this context are Art. 6 (1) lit. c GDPR and Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest is the management of the cookies and similar technologies used and the related consents.
The provision of personal data is neither contractually required nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide the personal data. If you do not provide the personal data, we will not be able to manage your consents.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
– Providing Services: To facilitate the connection between dog owners and service providers.
– Personalization: To tailor content and recommendations based on your preferences and location.
– Communication: To send notifications, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent).
– Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security issues.
– Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
– Consent: You have given your consent for one or more specific purposes.
– Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you.
– Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation.
– Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, except where such interests are overridden by your rights and interests.
6. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
– Service Providers: To facilitate services requested by you.
– Third-Party Vendors: For hosting, maintenance, and other operational services.
– Legal Authorities: If required by law or in response to legal requests.
– Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, in compliance with GDPR requirements.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The retention period varies depending on the type of data and the purposes of processing.
9. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
– Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data.
– Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
– Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request restriction of processing under certain conditions.
– Right to Data Portability: You can request transfer of your data to another service provider.
– Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
– Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@lionpuppy.uk.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of your personal data. This includes encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the effective date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
My Pet Lion LTD
40 Hartslock Drive
London
SE2 9UT
info@Lionpuppy.com
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. Thank you for trusting us with your personal data.
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References
1. [General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)](https://gdpr-info.eu/)
