Privacy Policy
USA Dog License (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates usadoglicense.com (the “Site”), an independent information website about dog licensing in the United States. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information you give us
If you contact us by email or through a contact form, we collect the details you choose to share, such as your name, email address, and message.
Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, our systems and tools may automatically collect technical information, including your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, the pages you view, the time you spend on them, the website that referred you, and your approximate location (such as city or region) based on your IP address.
Information we do not want
The Site does not require an account and does not process payments. Please do not send us sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, payment card numbers, or your dog’s license numbers.
2. How We Use Information
- To respond to your questions, requests, and correction notices.
- To operate, maintain, secure, and improve the Site and its content.
- To understand which pages are helpful and how visitors use the Site.
- To detect and prevent spam, fraud, and abuse.
- To comply with legal obligations.
3. Cookies and Analytics
The Site uses cookies and similar technologies that help it work properly and help us understand traffic. We may use analytics services such as Google Analytics and Google Search Console, which collect information like pages viewed, approximate location, and device type. You can control or delete cookies in your browser settings, and Google offers an opt-out browser add-on for Google Analytics. Blocking some cookies may affect how the Site works.
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only with:
- Service providers that help us run the Site, such as hosting, security, performance, email, and analytics providers, who may use the information only to provide their services to us.
- Authorities or other parties when required by law, or when needed to protect our rights, safety, and the Site.
- A successor, if our business or the Site is transferred to another owner.
5. Links to Other Websites
The Site links to third-party websites, including government and local animal control websites. We do not control those websites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please read the privacy policy of any site you visit.
6. Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, such as responding to your message, keeping records, and meeting legal obligations. After that, we delete or anonymize it.
7. Your Choices and Privacy Rights
You may ask us to tell you what personal information we hold about you, correct it, or delete it. To make a request, email us at Hello@usadoglicense.com. We may need to verify your identity, and we will respond within the time required by law.
California and other U.S. state residents. Depending on where you live, you may have rights under laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (as amended), including the rights to know, delete, and correct personal information, and to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. We do not sell or share personal information as those terms are defined by these laws. We will not treat you differently for exercising your rights.
Do Not Track. The Site does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals.
8. Children’s Privacy
The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has given us personal information, please email Hello@usadoglicense.com and we will delete it.
9. Security
We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect information. However, no website or method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Visitors Outside the United States
The Site is operated in the United States and is intended for U.S. dog owners. If you visit from another country, your information may be processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top shows when it was last changed. If we make significant changes, we will post the updated policy on this page.
12. Contact Us
Questions about this policy or your information? Email us at Hello@usadoglicense.com.