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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Updated 02/03/2025

The Huntington Cabell Wayne Animal Shelter (HCWAS) and Western West Virginia Animal Rescue Alliance (“WWVARA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) are committed to protecting the privacy of our supporters, donors, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with us through our website, donation platforms, and other communication channels.

1. Information We Collect:

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number, and payment details when you make a donation, sign up for our newsletter, or engage with our programs.
• Non-Personal Information: Browser type, IP address, device information, and website usage data collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information:

We use the information we collect to:

• Review and consider adoption, foster, and volunteer applications
• Process donations and send donation receipts
• Communicate with you about our programs, events, and updates
• Respond to inquiries and provide support
• Improve our website, services, and outreach efforts
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure:

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Trusted Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, processing donations (e.g., our donation platform, Classy), or conducting outreach, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

4. Data Security:

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

5. Your Choices:

You may:

• Opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the “unsubscribe” link in our communications
• Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email]

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links:

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Children’s Privacy:

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

9. Updates to This Policy:

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

10. Contact Us:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the option on this website.