Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 14, 2024

Dog Park Near You ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dogparknearmeaustralia.com.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you:

  • Create an account
  • Submit a park review or rating
  • Upload photos
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us with questions or feedback
  • Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Location data (with your permission)
  • Dog breed and pet information
  • Photos you upload
  • Review content and ratings

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages viewed and time spent on pages
  • Clicks and other usage data

Location Information

With your consent, we may collect precise location data from your device to provide location-based services, such as finding dog parks near you. You can disable location sharing through your device settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Show you relevant dog parks based on your location
  • Process and display your reviews and ratings
  • Send you updates and newsletters (with your consent)
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Public Information: Reviews, ratings, and photos you submit are publicly visible
  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our website
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition
  • Consent: With your explicit consent

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Your Rights

Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through:

Australian Privacy Principles

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). For more information about privacy rights in Australia, visit theOffice of the Australian Information Commissioner.