Privacy Policy

1. Introduction Rescota is a lost and found pet listing website and an advertising service provider that brings together technology and community to reunite lost pets with their owners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect user data when using our services.

2. Information Collected We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (if provided by the user).
Pet Information: Pet name, species, breed, photos, and the location where the pet was lost or found.
User-Generated Content: Messages, search history, and interactions on the platform.
Payment Information: Payment transactions are securely processed through Stripe. We do not store credit card details.
Technical Information: IP addresses, browser type, device details, cookies, and tracking technologies to enhance user experience and security.

3. How Information is Collected We collect information in the following ways:

Directly from Users: When signing up, posting lost or found pets, or contacting support.
Automatically: Through website cookies, analytics tools, and tracking technologies.
Third-Party Services: If users interact via social media logins or make payments through Stripe.

4. Purpose of Data Collection We collect and use data for the following purposes:

To provide and improve Rescota’s services.
To facilitate pet search and matching.
To communicate with users about updates, alerts, and promotions.
To ensure security and prevent fraud.

5. How Data is Shared

With Other Users: Publicly shared lost and found pet details.
With Third-Party Service Providers: Payment processors (Stripe), analytics tools, and advertising partners.
Legal Compliance: If required by law, such as fraud investigations or legal requests.
Business Changes: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

6. User Rights Users have the following rights:

Access, Update, or Delete Personal Data: Users can modify or delete their personal information.
Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: Users can unsubscribe from promotional emails.
Request Data Portability: Users can request a copy of their data.
Withdraw Consent: Users may withdraw consent for data collection at any time.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures such as encryption, firewalls, and secure databases.
While we strive to protect user data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve functionality, enhance security, and analyze user interactions.
Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

Rescota may contain external links to third-party websites, including social media and advertisements. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Data Retention Policy

User data is retained for as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations. Users can request deletion of their data.

11. Policy for Children

Rescota is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
Compliance with COPPA: If we discover that a minor has provided personal data, we will take steps to remove it.

12. Changes to Privacy Policy

Any updates to this Privacy Policy will be announced via email or website notifications.
Latest update: March 27, 2025.

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at info@rescota.com.