Privacy Policy 🔒

Introduction

DogNames ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Email address and name (when you create an account)
• Billing information (when you make a purchase)
• Communications with our support team

Usage Data

• IP address, browser type, device information
• Pages visited and features used
• Date and time of visits

How We Use Your Information

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Process payments and manage credits
• Send service-related communications
• Provide customer support
• Improve our Service and user experience
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

Legal Basis (GDPR)

• Contract: Providing our Service
• Consent: Optional features and marketing (where applicable)
• Legitimate Interest: Improving our Service and preventing fraud
• Legal Obligation: Complying with the law

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential: Authentication and security (required)
• Analytics: Understanding usage patterns (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Preferences: Remembering your settings

You can control cookies via your browser settings or opt out using tools like Google Analytics Opt-out.

Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Payment processors (Stripe), hosting, analytics
• Legal Requirements: When required by law
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition

We do not sell your personal information.

Your Rights

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below. We will respond within 30 days.

Data Security & Retention

Security

• Encryption in transit and at rest (HTTPS/TLS)
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication

Retention

• Active accounts: While account is active
• Deleted accounts: 30 days after deletion
• Financial records: 7 years (legal requirement)

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred outside your country. For EU/EEA users, we use EU Commission-approved Standard Contractual Clauses and safeguards.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a notice on our website. Continued use of our Service after changes indicates acceptance.