Privacy Policy

Last updated: 5 March 2025

1. Introduction

Down Under Dog Parks ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use our service, you may provide us with:

  • User-submitted content about dog parks and facilities
  • Contact information when submitting feedback or reports
  • Location information when searching for nearby parks

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

  • Device information (browser type, operating system)
  • IP address and approximate location based on IP
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our dog park directory service
  • Improve and personalise user experience
  • Analyse usage patterns and optimise our website
  • Communicate with users about submissions and updates
  • Protect against misuse or abuse of our service

4. Information Sharing

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

  • With service providers who assist in operating our website
  • When required by law or to protect our rights
  • In the event of a business transfer or acquisition

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt-out of certain data collection and use

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our support page.