Introduction

At WaddleWanders.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services. By using WaddleWanders.com, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information Collection and Use

When you interact with our site, we may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us. This may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, and other relevant details necessary to provide a better experience on our website.

We collect this information to improve the functionality of the site, personalize your experience, and communicate with you regarding our content, products, and services.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

We collect and process personal data with your consent, or as needed to fulfill a legitimate business interest, such as improving our services or providing customer support.

Data We Collect

• Personal Identification Data: Includes your name, email, phone number, and other contact details you may provide (e.g., when subscribing to newsletters or completing contact forms).

• Cookies and Tracking Data: Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our site. You can opt-out of cookie use via your browser settings, although this may affect certain functionalities.

• Log Data: We collect information about your visit to WaddleWanders.com, such as your IP address, browser type, ISP, referring/exit pages, and the date/time of your visit. This data is used to analyze trends and enhance the user experience.

Cookies Policy

We use cookies to personalize content and ads, provide social media features, and analyze traffic. Cookies allow us to store user preferences, improve site navigation, and compile aggregate data about site traffic. You can choose to disable cookies via your browser settings.

For more detailed information about our use of cookies, please review our Cookie Policy.

Embedded Content from Third-Party Websites

Articles on WaddleWanders.com may include embedded content such as videos, images, or articles. Embedded content behaves the same as if you visited those third-party websites directly. These external sites may collect data about you, use cookies, or monitor your interaction with embedded content. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those third-party websites.

Links to Third-Party Sites

WaddleWanders.com may contain links to other websites. Our Privacy Policy does not apply to these third-party sites, so we encourage you to review their privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites.

Use of Personal Data

We may use your personal data to:

• Improve the functionality of the website

• Send newsletters or promotional materials with your consent

• Respond to inquiries, comments, or feedback

• Track the performance and usage of the website

• Maintain website security

Google Analytics and Advertising

We use Google Analytics to collect data on site usage, such as user demographics and behavior. This helps us improve our website and tailor content for our audience. We also use Google AdSense, which may use cookies to serve personalized ads. For more information on how Google collects and uses data, please refer to Google's Privacy Policy.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. If you provide us with your personal data, we will keep it for the duration of your use of our services, or until you request its deletion.

Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data we hold about you.

• Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct or update your personal information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

• Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data when it is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected.

• Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit the processing of your data under certain circumstances.

• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data if you believe it is not being used appropriately.

• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at waddlewanders@gmail.com.

Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Our security practices include regular system updates, backup procedures, and access controls.

Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Your continued use of the site after such changes constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: waddlewanders@gmail.com
Website: www.waddlewanders.com

Effective Date: September 21, 2024