Privacy Policy

Our Commitment

At Pawdona, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. We believe in transparency and giving you control over your data.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and neighborhood location
• Dog Profile: Your dog's name, breed, age, and personality traits
• Usage Data: How you interact with the app to improve our services
• Location Data: Neighborhood-level location to show local connections (we never track exact addresses)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Show you nearby dogs and events in your neighborhood
• Improve our app based on user feedback
• Communicate with you about updates and events
• Ensure safety and prevent abuse

We never sell your data. Your information is used solely to provide you with the best local community experience.

3. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Local-first architecture that keeps data close to you
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data by our team

4. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and data at any time
• Opt out of non-essential communications
• Request a copy of your data

5. Location Privacy

We use neighborhood-level location data only. We never track your exact address or real-time location. Location data is used solely to show you dogs and events within a reasonable radius (1-3 km).

6. Children's Privacy

Pawdona is designed for dog owners who are 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.