Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [04/01/2025]

Welcome to The Cat Circle of Paso (“we,” “our,” “us”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.thecatcircleofpaso.org (the “Site”).

Please read this policy carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including when you:

• Contact us via email or our website contact form
• Donate through our website
• Sign up for newsletters or event notifications
• Volunteer or adopt a cat
  

Personal information may include:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Donation/payment details (processed securely via third-party platforms)
• Any other information you provide directly to us

We may also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visit
• Referring URL

This data helps us improve the functionality and user experience of our Site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries
• Process donations and issue receipts
• Communicate about events, volunteer opportunities, or fundraising campaigns
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others.

We may share your information with:

• Service providers who help us operate the Site (e.g., payment processors, email services)
• Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Third parties with your consent (e.g., cross-promotion with partner rescues, if applicable)

All third parties are required to protect your data in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard the information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights (California Residents)

If you are a resident of California, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

• Know what personal data is collected
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
[TheCatCircleofPaso@gmail.com]

7. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from or market to children under the age of 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will delete such information.

8. External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of those websites.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

The Cat Circle of Paso
Paso Robles, CA
Email: TheCatCircleofPaso@gmail.com
Phone: 916-467-2424

Website:[www.thecatcircleofpaso.org