PetSocial — User Privacy
Effective Date: February 10, 2026 Last Updated: February 10, 2026
At PetSocial, we believe your trust is everything — especially when you’re sharing moments about your pets and connecting with our community. This User Privacy page explains how we handle your personal information when you use PetSocial (our website, mobile app, and related services — the “Services”).
By using PetSocial, you agree to the practices described here. If you don’t agree, please do not use our Services.
What Information We Collect
Information You Give Us
Account details (name, email, username, password, profile photo, bio)
Pet info (names, photos/videos, breed, age, descriptions, health notes if shared)
Content you post (photos, videos, captions, comments, likes, follows, messages, event RSVPs)
Location data (if you turn on features like nearby pet meetups, business recommendations, or check-ins)
Payment info (only if you buy premium features, support businesses, or donate — processed securely via third-party providers)
Information Collected Automatically
Device & technical data (IP address, device type, OS, browser, app version)
Usage data (when/how you use features, time spent, interactions)
Cookies, pixels, and similar tools (for analytics, personalization, ads — you can manage via our cookie banner)
Information from Others
If you log in via third-party services (e.g., Apple, Google, Instagram)
Publicly available data or from partners (only when you engage with their features)
How We Use Your Information
We use it to:
Let you create profiles, post content, connect with others, and enjoy the pet community
Personalize your feed (e.g., show relevant pet content, suggest friends or local businesses)
Send notifications, updates, and support messages
Process payments and show transaction confirmations
Keep the platform safe (moderate content, detect spam/abuse, enforce rules)
Improve features through usage analytics
Send optional marketing (you can unsubscribe anytime)
Meet legal requirements
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. We share only in these cases:
With trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, cloud storage, payment processors) who must protect your data
With pet businesses/partners — only when you interact (e.g., claim an offer, book a service, or message them)
For legal reasons (court orders, subpoenas, safety emergencies, protecting our rights)
In a business transfer (merger, acquisition — your data would transfer with the same protections)
With your consent or direction (e.g., sharing a public post)
Anything you post publicly (public profiles, open posts) can be seen by others and may appear in search engines.
Your Controls & Rights
You have choices:
Profile & privacy settings — Adjust who sees your posts, pet photos, location, or profile
Delete or edit content — Remove posts, comments, or your entire account anytime
Communications — Turn off marketing emails, push notifications, or in-app messages
Cookies & tracking — Manage via browser settings or our cookie tool
Data rights — Request access, correction, deletion, or portability of your data (under laws like GDPR/CCPA)
To exercise rights or request deletion, email privacy@petsocial.com. We’ll respond within required timeframes.
Data Security
We use industry-standard safeguards (encryption, access controls, regular audits) to protect your data. No system is 100% secure, but we work hard to keep risks low.
Children’s Privacy
PetSocial is not for children under 13 (or the minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect data from kids. If we discover such data, we delete it.
International Transfers
Data may be processed/stored outside your country (e.g., in the US or EU data centers). We use approved safeguards for transfers.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this page. Material changes will be notified in-app, by email, or via notice here. Check the “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
Questions or concerns? Reach out: Email: privacy@etsocial.com Address: PetSocial, [Insert Your Company Address], [City, State, ZIP]
Thanks for being part of the PetSocial pack — we’re committed to keeping your privacy front and center. 🐶🐱