At Oriental Shorthair, we value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, adopt one of our kittens, or communicate with us in any way. We are dedicated to being transparent so you always feel safe and informed.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit our website or engage with us, we may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information You Provide
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Physical address (for shipping/delivery of kittens)
- Payment details (processed securely through trusted third-party gateways)
- Adoption-related preferences (e.g., kitten gender, color, or temperament)
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you browse our website, certain information is collected automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Cookies and similar technologies (see section 6)
c. Sensitive Information
We do not request or knowingly collect sensitive personal information (such as social security numbers, medical records, or religious beliefs).
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data helps us provide the best possible experience and services. We may use your information to:
- Process and complete kitten adoption requests.
- Communicate with you about your adoption, shipping, or health guarantee.
- Provide updates on available kittens, upcoming litters, or special offers (with your consent).
- Improve website performance, user experience, and navigation.
- Ensure safe and smooth delivery of kittens to your home.
- Fulfill legal or regulatory requirements.
3. How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy. Your personal information will never be sold, rented, or traded. However, we may share it in the following limited cases:
- Veterinarians: To ensure your kitten’s health records and vaccinations are properly updated.
- Shipping partners: To arrange safe and timely delivery of your kitten.
- Payment processors: To securely handle financial transactions.
- Legal obligations: If required by law, court order, or government authority.
4. Data Storage and Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption across our website.
- Restricted access to sensitive information.
- Regular monitoring for unauthorized access or security breaches.
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. You acknowledge that you share information at your own risk, though we do everything possible to minimize risks.
5. Your Rights
You have full control over your personal information. You may:
- Request access to the data we hold about you.
- Request corrections if any details are inaccurate.
- Request deletion of your information (“right to be forgotten”).
- Opt-out of promotional emails at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us directly.
6. Cookies Policy
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies help us:
- Remember your preferences.
- Analyze website traffic and trends.
- Provide tailored content.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but note that some site features may not function properly without them.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party services or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we discover such information has been provided, we will delete it immediately.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business needs. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.