Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 22, 2026 Paws of Hope Colorado

Paws of Hope Colorado (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information shared through our website, www.pawshopeco.org, and any related services or communication channels. By using our site, you agree to the practices described below.

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Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information that you choose to share with us, including:

• Your name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Messages submitted through contact forms

• Donation details (processed securely through third‑party platforms)

• Volunteer or foster application information

This information is used only for communication, support, and mission‑related activities.

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Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain non‑personal data may be collected automatically, such as:

• Browser type

• Device type

• IP address

• Pages visited

• Time spent on the site

• General usage patterns

This information helps us improve our website and user experience.

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How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries and messages

• Provide updates about our mission, events, and adoptable dogs

• Process donations and send receipts

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Support volunteer, foster, and adoption processes

• Maintain accurate nonprofit records

• Strengthen communication with supporters, shelters, and rescues

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

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Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Improve site performance

• Analyze traffic and usage

• Remember user preferences

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Doing so may affect certain site features.

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Third‑Party Services

We may use trusted third‑party tools to support our operations, including:

• Donation processors

• Email communication platforms

• Analytics tools

• Embedded adoption listings (e.g., Petstablished)

These third parties follow their own privacy practices. We are not responsible for the policies of external websites or services.

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Data Protection and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. While no system is completely secure, we follow industry‑standard practices to safeguard data shared with us.

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Children’s Privacy

Paws of Hope Colorado does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we learn that such information has been provided, we will delete it promptly.

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Your Choices and Rights

You may request to:

• Review the personal information we have collected

• Update or correct your information

• Request deletion of your information

• Opt out of email communications

To make a request, contact us at: info@pawshopeco.org

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Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to third‑party sites. We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any site they visit.

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Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website after updates indicates acceptance of the new terms.

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Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Paws of Hope Colorado Greeley, Colorado Email: info@pawshopeco.org