✅ Privacy Policy for The Pet Diary

Effective Date: 27 Aug 2025

At The Pet Diary, your privacy is our top priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://thepetdiary.com, engage with our content, or use our services. We are committed to safeguarding your data and ensuring transparency about our practices.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our website or interact with our services, we may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, and contact details when you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out our contact form, or comment on our blog.
  • Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, operating system, and pages you visit for website optimization.
  • Cookies and Tracking Data: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and deliver relevant ads.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide you with valuable pet care tips, guides, and resources.
  • Improve website performance, user experience, and navigation.
  • Send you newsletters, updates, and promotional offers (only if you have opted in).
  • Respond to your questions, comments, or feedback.
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior for SEO and content optimization.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to personalize content, provide social media features, and analyze traffic. Cookies help us understand your preferences and improve your experience on The Pet Diary. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the site may not function properly.

4. Third-Party Services and Links

We may include links to trusted third-party websites, such as pet product recommendations, affiliate links, or veterinary resources. These external sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We recommend reviewing their policies before sharing personal information.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

The Pet Diary may participate in affiliate programs and earn commissions from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products and services we believe will benefit pet owners.

6. How We Protect Your Data

We implement strict security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These include SSL encryption, secure servers, and restricted data access.

7. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following cases:

  • To comply with legal obligations or government requests.
  • With trusted service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., email marketing tools).
  • To protect our rights, prevent fraud, or ensure site security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request corrections or updates to your information.
  • Opt out of newsletters or marketing emails anytime.
  • Request deletion of your personal data.

For any privacy-related requests, contact us at [your email address].

9. Children’s Privacy

The Pet Diary does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years old. If you believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will remove it from our records.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

11. Contact Us

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