Privacy Policy

 

The Dog Breath Photo Society LLC

Last updated: December 27, 2025

 

This Privacy Policy describes how The Dog Breath Photo Society ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you visit or use our website, services, content, memberships, and related offerings (collectively, the "Service"). It also explains your privacy rights and how applicable laws protect you.

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

 

Interpretation and Definitions

 

Interpretation

Words with capitalized initial letters have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural form.

 

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • You means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or other legal entity on whose behalf such individual is accessing or using the Service.
    • Under the GDPR, You may be referred to as the Data Subject or User.
  • Company (referred to as "the Company," "We," "Us," or "Our") refers to The Dog Breath Photo Society, operated by The Dog Breath Photo Society LLC, 5 Hillside Drive, New Ipswich NH, United States.
    • For the purposes of the GDPR, the Company is the Data Controller.
  • Website refers to The Dog Breath Photo Society website, accessible at www.dogbreathphotosociety.com.
  • Service refers to the Website and related offerings.
  • Country refers to: United States.
  • Account means a unique account created for You to access parts of the Service.
  • Service Provider means any third party that processes data on behalf of the Company in order to provide, maintain, or analyze the Service.
    • Under the GDPR, Service Providers are considered Data Processors.
  • Personal Data means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
    • Under the GDPR, this includes information such as a name, email address, online identifier, or other factors specific to your identity.
    • Under the CCPA/CPRA, this includes information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to you.
  • Usage Data refers to data collected automatically when using the Service.
  • Cookies are small files placed on your device that store browsing-related information.
  • Do Not Track (DNT) is a browser setting that allows users to signal a preference regarding online tracking.

 

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

While using our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Phone number
  • Billing and mailing address
  • Account login information

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically and may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Date and time of visits
  • Device identifiers and diagnostic data

When accessing the Service via a mobile device, we may also collect information such as device type, operating system, and mobile browser type.

 

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as pixels and scripts) to operate and improve the Service.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies (Session Cookies): Required for core functionality such as authentication and account security.
  • Consent Cookies (Persistent Cookies): Store your cookie preferences.
  • Functionality Cookies (Persistent Cookies): Remember your preferences, such as login details.
  • Analytics and Performance Cookies (Persistent Cookies): Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.

You may configure your browser to refuse Cookies. However, some features of the Service may not function properly without them.

 

Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain the Service
  • To manage your Account
  • To process purchases and memberships
  • To communicate with you regarding updates, content, or support
  • To send newsletters, educational content, or promotional materials (you may opt out at any time)
  • To respond to inquiries and manage requests
  • To improve our offerings and user experience

 

Sharing of Your Personal Data

We may share your Personal Data in the following situations:

  • With Service Providers who help operate our Service (e.g., website hosting, email platforms, payment processors)
  • For business transfers, such as a merger, sale, or acquisition
  • With affiliates or partners who assist in providing related offerings
  • With other users, if you voluntarily share information in public or community areas
  • When required by law or to protect legal rights

 

Retention of Your Personal Data

We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period unless required for security or legal reasons.

 

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information may be processed and stored outside of your state or country. By using the Service and submitting your information, you consent to such transfers. We take reasonable steps to ensure your data remains protected.

 

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

We may disclose Personal Data:

  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect the rights or property of the Company
  • To investigate or prevent wrongdoing
  • To protect the safety of users or the public

 

Security of Your Personal Data

We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your Personal Data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

Third-Party Services

Analytics

We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand how users interact with the Service.

Email Marketing

We may use third-party email providers to send communications. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails.

Payments

Payments are processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store your payment card information. Payment processors handle your data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable security standards.

 

GDPR Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your Personal Data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

You may exercise these rights by contacting us. We may request verification of your identity.

 

Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us so we can remove it.

 

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

 

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us: