Privacy Policy

    Welcome to Dog Names That Start With.
    We value your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website or use our services.

    By using our website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.


    πŸ” 1. Information We Collect

    We may collect both personally identifiable information (PII) and non-personal data when you interact with our site.

    A. Information You Provide:

    • Name and Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter, contact us, or leave a comment.

    • Messages or Inquiries: Any communication you voluntarily send to us.

    B. Information We Automatically Collect:

    • IP Address

    • Browser Type and Version

    • Operating System

    • Referral Source

    • Pages Viewed

    • Time Spent on Site

    We use tools such as Google Analytics to track this data for analytics purposes only.


    πŸͺ 2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

    We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how users interact with our content.

    Cookies help:

    • Remember your preferences

    • Track performance metrics

    • Serve personalized ads through third-party networks (like Google AdSense)

    You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, doing so may affect how some features of the site function.


    πŸ“§ 3. Email Communication

    If you sign up for our newsletter, we may send you:

    • Updates on new dog name ideas

    • Blog posts

    • Promotions or giveaways

    You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in the footer of any email.

    We use a trusted email marketing provider to manage subscriptions and send emails. Your email will never be sold or misused.


    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’» 4. How We Use Your Information

    We use the data we collect to:

    • Improve site performance and content

    • Respond to user questions or support requests

    • Personalize your experience

    • Send newsletters or relevant communications

    • Prevent spam and fraudulent activity

    We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.


    🀝 5. Third-Party Services

    We may use third-party services that collect, monitor, and analyze information to enhance our website.

    These include (but may not be limited to):

    • Google Analytics – for usage tracking

    • Google AdSense – for personalized advertising

    • Mailchimp or similar – for email campaigns

    • Contact Form 7 – for form submissions

    Each third-party service provider has its own privacy policy governing how it handles your data. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.


    πŸ“± 6. Embedded Content from Other Sites

    Some blog posts may contain embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, images, or widgets). Embedded content behaves just like a visit to the source website.

    These sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party platforms.


    πŸ§’ 7. Children’s Privacy

    This website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under this age. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it immediately.


    πŸ›‘οΈ 8. Data Security

    We take reasonable precautions to secure your data from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

    We regularly update our security settings and use secure third-party platforms to manage data safely.


    🌎 9. Your Data Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

    Depending on your location (such as within the EU or California), you may have specific rights under privacy regulations:

    • Right to access your personal data

    • Right to correct inaccurate information

    • Right to request deletion of your data

    • Right to withdraw consent at any time

    • Right to opt-out of data processing for marketing purposes

    To exercise these rights, email us at hello@dognamesthatstartwith.com with your request.


    πŸ”„ 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

    We encourage you to check this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.


    πŸ“¬ 11. Contact Us

    If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please Contact Us.


    Thank you for trusting us with your information. Your privacy matters to us!