At MyKittyPicks, we care deeply about your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and interact with our website (https://www.mykittypicks.com). By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

We encourage you to read this Privacy Policy carefully so you fully understand how your data is handled.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information in several ways:

a) Information You Provide Voluntarily

• When you sign up for our newsletter

• When you contact us via a form or email

• When you comment on blog posts

• When you participate in surveys, giveaways, or promotions

Examples of personal information:

• Name

• Email address

• Any information you include in your message or comment

b) Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our site, we may automatically collect certain technical data through cookies and analytics tools, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Operating system

• Device type

• Referring website

• Pages viewed and time spent on site

• Click activity and site navigation behavior

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Improve user experience and site performance

• Respond to inquiries and support requests

• Send newsletters and promotional emails (only with your consent)

• Analyze site traffic and user behavior

• Customize and personalize content

• Detect and prevent fraud or misuse

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and other similar tracking technologies to collect data about your browsing behavior. This helps us understand how users interact with our content and improve the website experience.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality

• Performance cookies: Used for analytics and user behavior tracking

• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

• Advertising cookies: Help display relevant ads (if applicable)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the site may not function properly without them.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools and services to operate our site more effectively. These may include:

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage statistics

• Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit): For newsletter subscriptions

• Affiliate marketing platforms (e.g., Amazon Associates, Chewy Affiliate Program): For monetizing our product recommendations

• Ad networks (e.g., Google AdSense): To display relevant ads

These services may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We do not control how third parties use or share your information.

5. Affiliate Links and Monetization

Some of our content may include affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you purchase products through those links—at no extra cost to you. These links are used to help support the operation of the website and create more useful content.

Affiliate links may use cookies to track purchases referred from our site.

6. Email Communications

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter or other email updates, we may send you:

• Blog updates

• Product recommendations

• Promotions or giveaways

• Announcements

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the email footer or contacting us directly.

We do not send spam or sell your email address.

7. Data Protection and Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 13 years old. If we discover that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., EU/EEA residents under GDPR or California residents under CCPA), you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Object to certain uses of your data

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent for marketing at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Continued use of the Website after updates means you accept the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Email: [Insert Email Address]
Contact Page: [Insert Link]
Website: https://www.mykittypicks.com

Thank you for trusting MyKittyPicks. We’re committed to protecting your privacy while helping you care for your feline friends. 🐾