Effective Date: 2023

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At Stars & Stripes Dog Rescue, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website or any related services offered by Stars & Stripes Dog Rescue.

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Information We Collect:

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details, when you:

Sign up for newsletters or updates

Make a donation

Register for events or programs

Submit an adoption application

Contact us via our website or other communication channels

Interact with us on social media platforms

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How We Use Your Information:

We use the personal information collected to:

Provide you with the services, information, and support you request

Process donations and send donation receipts

Manage and communicate with you regarding events, programs, or adoptions

Send you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials, but only if you have consented to receive such communications

Analyze and improve our website and services

Comply with legal obligations

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Information Sharing and Disclosure:

Stars & Stripes Dog Rescue does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

With service providers and vendors who assist us in providing our services and operations. These service providers are obligated to keep your information secure and confidential.

With trusted partners and organizations who collaborate with us to fulfill our mission and objectives. We ensure that these partners uphold high privacy and security standards.

In response to a legal request, court order, or applicable law to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

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Data Security:

We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website and databases are secured with encryption and firewalls to prevent data breaches.

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Your Privacy Choices:

You have the right to control and manage the personal information you provide to us. You can:

Update your contact preferences for communications from Stars & Stripes Dog Rescue

Request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal information in our records

Opt-out from receiving future communications from us

Withdraw your consent at any time, where applicable

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Third-Party Websites:

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy only applies to Stars & Stripes Dog Rescue. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites before providing any personal information.

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Children's Privacy:

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate steps to remove the information from our records.

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Changes to this Privacy Policy:

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on our website, and the revised date will be indicated at the beginning of the policy.

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Contact Us:

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:

info@starsandstripesdogrescue.org

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Thank you for entrusting your personal information to Stars & Stripes Dog Rescue. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe and positive experience when interacting with us.

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Google Advertising Features:

Our website uses Google Advertising Features, which include Google Analytics, Google Ads, and remarketing with Google Analytics. These features allow us to understand our audience, analyze website traffic, and deliver targeted advertisements to users who have shown interest in our products or services.

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Google Analytics:

We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze information about how users interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to track and report website traffic data. This information is used to improve our website and provide a better user experience. Google Analytics may also collect demographic and interest-based information, which helps us understand our audience and tailor our marketing efforts.

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Google Ads:

We may use Google Ads to display advertisements to users who have previously visited our website or shown interest in our products or services. Google Ads uses cookies to serve targeted ads based on a user's past visits to our website. These ads may appear on Google search results pages or on websites within the Google Display Network. Users can opt-out of Google Ads personalized advertising by visiting the Google Ads Settings page.

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Remarketing with Google Analytics:

We may use remarketing with Google Analytics to advertise online. This means that third-party vendors, including Google, may show our ads on various websites across the Internet. These ads are based on users' past visits to our website and their interests as determined by Google Analytics data. Users can opt-out of remarketing by visiting the Google Ads Settings page or by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

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Data Sharing:

We may share certain information collected through Google Advertising Features with Google and its authorized partners. This information is used for analytics purposes, ad personalization, and measurement of ad performance. Google's use of data is governed by its Privacy Policy.

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Opting Out:

Users can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking, Google Ads personalized advertising, and remarketing with Google Analytics by adjusting their browser settings, using the Google Ads Settings page, or using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on. Please note that opting out may affect the functionality and user experience of our website.

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For more information about how Google collects and processes data, please refer to Google's Privacy Policy.