Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 2026

Welcome to Strays World Shelter. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with us.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our website, contact us, inquire about adoption, or make a donation:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, WhatsApp number, and residential address.
• Communication Data: Messages or inquiries you send to us via WhatsApp, contact form, or email.
• Donation Related Information: Details required to acknowledge your donation (we do not collect bank details or card information directly on our website).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and basic cookies for improving website experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries about adoption, volunteering, rescue, or general information.
• To process and send acknowledgment for your donations.
• To share updates about rescued dogs, success stories, medical emergencies, and shelter activities (only if you have opted to receive updates).
• To improve our website and services.
• To maintain records of adopters and donors for transparency and future communication.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following limited cases:

• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating the website or processing donations (under strict confidentiality).
• When required by law or government authorities.
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of Strays World Shelter, our dogs, or the public.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies

Our website may use essential cookies to enhance user experience and for basic analytics. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information.
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements).
• Opt-out of receiving future communications from us.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please feel free to contact us: