Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 5, 2025

At petsnews.net, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our pet news website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our content and community features.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information

  • Name, email address, or other contact details when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a tip/story, create an optional account, or contact us.

b) Non-Personal Information

  • IP address, device and browser type, operating system, referring URLs, approximate location, pages viewed, and usage data collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools.

c) User-Generated Content

  • Comments, feedback, tips, stories, photos, or other media you submit in interactive areas (e.g., comment sections or submission forms). Only share content you have rights to post.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our pet news coverage, articles, guides, newsletters, and related services.
  • Send you updates, newsletters, or marketing materials (only if you have opted in), and manage your subscription preferences.
  • Personalize content, measure engagement, and improve user experience.
  • Moderate comments and user submissions, and communicate with you about your submissions.
  • Prevent fraud, detect abuse, and maintain site security.

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you logged in.
  • Remember your preferences.
  • Analyze traffic and site usage.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of petsnews.net may not function properly without them. If presented, you can also manage optional cookies via our on-site cookie controls. We currently do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals.

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, email/newsletter services, content delivery) who help us operate the site.
  • Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Business transfers if we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale. We will notify you of any changes affecting your personal information where required.
  • Aggregated or de-identified data that does not identify you personally may be shared for analytics or reporting.

5. Third-Party Services

Our site may include links to or embeds from third-party services (e.g., shelters, rescues, pet brands, social media, video platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services (e.g., while you are subscribed to our newsletter) and for legitimate business or legal purposes. You can request deletion of your personal information as described below.

7. Data Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal data.
  • Opt out of marketing communications (unsubscribe links are included in our emails).
  • Request data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below. If you are in a jurisdiction with specific privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA), we will honor your applicable rights under those laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our content is intended for a general audience but is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

10. International Transfers

We may process and store information in countries other than where you reside. Those countries may have different data protection laws. By using our site, you consent to any such transfers in accordance with this Policy and applicable law.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here with the “Last updated” date.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: admin@petsnews[.]net Website: https://petsnews.net