Privacy Policy for Purrfect Paws Kittens (Grey Jouan's Kittens)

1. Introduction

Welcome to Purrfect Paws Kittens (operated by Grey Jouan's Kittens). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller Information:

• Business Name: Grey Jouan's Kittens

• Address: 256 Chapman Road STE 1054

• Email: grejouan@gmail.com

3. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address (when you inquire about or purchase a kitten).

• Payment Information: Payment details (processed through secure third-party payment gateways, we do not directly store credit card information).

• Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited (collected through cookies and similar technologies).

• Communication Data: Records of correspondence with you via email, phone, or contact forms.

• Kitten Application Data: Information you provide when applying to purchase a kitten, including details about your home, lifestyle, and reasons for adoption.

• Emotional Support Information: Any information you voluntarily provide regarding your emotional support needs, to help us match you with the right kitten.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific processing activities (e.g., marketing emails).

• Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary for fulfilling a contract with you (e.g., selling and delivering a kitten).

• Legal Obligation: When processing is necessary to comply with legal obligations.

• Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., improving our website and services), provided your rights and interests do not override those interests.

• Vital Interests: In rare cases where processing is necessary to protect someone's life.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To process and fulfill kitten purchase orders.

• To communicate with you regarding your inquiries and orders.

• To provide customer support.

• To improve our website and services.

• To send marketing communications (with your consent).

• To comply with legal obligations.

• To assess your suitability as a kitten owner, especially in relation to emotional support needs.

• To match you with a kitten best suited to provide emotional support.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information with:

• Third-Party Payment Processors: To process payments securely.

• Shipping and Delivery Companies: To deliver your kitten.

• Service Providers: Who assist with website hosting, data analysis, and marketing.

• Legal Authorities: When required by law.

• Veterinarians: Sharing kitten health information.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:

• Secure server infrastructure.

• Encryption of sensitive data.

• Regular security audits.

• Access controls and authentication.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Customer data is retained for the duration of the customer relationship and as needed for legal and accounting purposes.

• Marketing data is retained until you withdraw your consent.

• Website usage data is retained for a limited period for analytics purposes.

9. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: You can request access to your personal information.

• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You can request deletion of your personal information.

• Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.

• Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your data in a portable format.

• Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time.

• Right to Lodge a Complaint: You can lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at grejouan@gmail.com.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect website usage data. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

11. International Data Transfers:

If we transfer your personal information outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

12. 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 or by other means.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: grejouan@gmail.com

• Address: 256 Chapman Road STE 1054.

Important Notes:

• This policy is a starting point, and you should regularly review and update it to ensure ongoing compliance.

• You must implement a cookie consent banner on your website to comply with ePrivacy regulations.

• Consult with a legal professional to ensure that your privacy policy fully complies with all applicable laws.

• Be sure to update this policy if you begin to collect any more data, or begin to use the data in a way that is not already outlined.

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

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