Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 18, 2025

Critical Dog ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Critical Dog application ("Application"), which is designed to manage and analyze canine health, behavior, and environmental data. By using the Application, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

Information that can be used to identify you, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Contact information
  • Account credentials (e.g., username and password)

1.2 Canine Data

Data related to canines entered into the Application, such as:

  • Health metrics (e.g., weight, heart rate, temperature)
  • Behavioral observations
  • Reproductive and genetic information
  • Nutritional and environmental data

1.3 Usage Data

Information about how you interact with the Application, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and actions taken within the Application

1.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and improve the Application. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Application's functionality.
  • Store and analyze canine health, behavior, and environmental data as per user input.
  • Personalize user experience and improve the Application.
  • Communicate with you, including responding to inquiries and sending updates.
  • Monitor and analyze usage trends to enhance performance and security.
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

3. How We Share Your Information

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

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Application (e.g., hosting, analytics, customer support), under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Canine data and usage data may be retained indefinitely for analysis unless you request deletion.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing your personal information.
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications or certain data processing activities.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [TODO]. We may require verification of your identity before processing your request.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where our servers or service providers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Third-Party Links

The Application may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

9. Children's Privacy

The Application is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on the Application or by sending you a notification. The updated policy will be effective as of the posted effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [TODO]

Address: [TODO]

For API-related inquiries, visit [TODO]