đĸ 1. Who We Are
DogFoodCalculator.net ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website at dogfoodcalculator.net. We provide free pet food calculators, feeding guides, and nutrition information for dog, cat, and other pet owners worldwide.
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors and users of our website. By using DogFoodCalculator.net, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.
đ 2. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information: information you provide directly and information collected automatically when you visit our site.
Information You Provide
- Email address â only if you subscribe to our newsletter. We never share or sell email addresses.
- Calculator inputs â pet weight, age, and activity level entered into our calculators. This data is processed in your browser and is not stored on our servers.
- Contact messages â if you contact us via our contact form or email.
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data â pages visited, time spent, referring URLs, browser type, and device type via Google Analytics.
- IP address â collected by Google Analytics and Google AdSense for geographic and security purposes.
- Cookies â small text files stored in your browser. See Section 5 for full cookie details.
- We do not collect names, phone numbers, or physical addresses unless you choose to provide them.
- We do not collect payment information â all tools on our site are completely free.
- We do not collect data from children under 13 knowingly.
- We do not store calculator results on our servers.
âī¸ 3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Operating the website â ensuring calculators, pages, and tools function correctly for all users.
- Analytics and improvement â understanding which pages and features are most useful via Google Analytics, so we can improve the site.
- Displaying advertisements â Google AdSense uses cookies and browsing data to show relevant ads. This helps us keep all our tools free.
- Newsletter communication â sending pet nutrition tips and site updates to subscribers who opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time.
- Responding to inquiries â replying to messages sent through our contact form or email.
- Legal compliance â complying with applicable laws and regulations when required.
đĸ 4. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other sites. This helps provide relevant advertising to our users.
Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to our website. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on visits to our site and other sites on the internet. We do not have access to or control over the cookies used by third-party advertisers.
đĒ 5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies â required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) â help us understand how visitors interact with our website. All data is anonymized and aggregated.
- Advertising cookies (Google AdSense) â used to display relevant advertisements. These are set by Google and governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
- Preference cookies â remember settings like your preferred language or region.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing ones. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features on our site.
đ 6. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We share data only in the following limited circumstances:
- Google Analytics â anonymized usage data to understand site performance. Google Privacy Policy.
- Google AdSense â advertising data as described in Section 4. Google Privacy Policy.
- Email service provider â your email address if you subscribed to our newsletter, processed securely and never shared externally.
- Legal requirements â if required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
- Business transfer â if DogFoodCalculator.net is acquired or merged, user data may transfer as part of that transaction with equivalent privacy protections.
đĄī¸ 7. Data Security
We take the security of your information seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- HTTPS encryption â all data transmitted between your browser and our server is encrypted via SSL/TLS.
- Minimal data collection â we collect only what is necessary to operate the site.
- No server-side storage of calculator inputs â all pet data entered in our calculators is processed in your browser only.
- Regular security reviews â we periodically review our data practices and security measures.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
â 8. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to access â request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to correction â request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to deletion â request that we delete your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
- Right to opt-out â unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email.
- Right to object â object to processing of your data for direct marketing purposes.
- Right to data portability â receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format (EU/UK users).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 11. We will respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.
đĒđē 9. GDPR & International Users
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other regions with data protection laws, the following applies:
- Our legal basis for processing your data is legitimate interest (operating a functional website) and consent (for newsletter subscriptions and advertising cookies).
- You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
- We do not transfer your data outside of regions with adequate data protection without appropriate safeguards.
- Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's standard data processing terms.
đĻ 10. Children's Privacy
DogFoodCalculator.net is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will delete that information from our records.
If you are between 13 and 18 years of age, please use our site only with the knowledge and consent of your parent or guardian.
đ 12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
- Notify newsletter subscribers by email of material changes.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of DogFoodCalculator.net after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
đ§ 13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Get in Touch
We respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 5 business days.
đ§ privacy@dogfoodcalculator.netDisclaimer: The information provided on DogFoodCalculator.net is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional veterinary, medical, or nutritional advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for your pet's specific health and dietary needs.