barksinthebay.com

Barks in the Bay (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.barksinthebay.com  (“Website”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our Website:

A. Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Pet information (such as name, breed, and grooming preferences or vet information)

B. Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information, including:

  • Browser type and version

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Pages visited on our Website

  • Time and date of visits

  • Referral sources (how you found our Website)

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze Website traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of our Website may not function properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our services

  • To respond to inquiries and appointment requests

  • To send updates, promotions, and important service-related information

  • To improve our Website functionality and user experience

  • To comply with legal requirements and protect against fraudulent activities

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share information with third parties in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who assist with our operations (e.g., scheduling software, email marketing, payment processing).

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, we may disclose necessary information.

  • Business Transfers: If our business is merged, sold, or transferred, your information may be part of the transferred assets.

4. Media Release

​Clients authorize Barks in the Bay to take photographs and video content of their pet(s) for social media, website, advertising, and any other business-related matters deemed appropriate by Barks in the Bay.

5. Data Security

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

6. Your Privacy Rights

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

  • Access and request copies of your data

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

9. Copyright and Intellectual Property

All content, including text, images, branding, logos, and graphics, on our Website is the property of Barks in the Bay and is protected under applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may not use, reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without our express written permission. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property may result in legal action.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Your continued use of our Website and services constitutes acceptance of these changes.

11. Contact Us

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

Barks in the Bay Pet Grooming
📧 help@barksinthebay.com
📞 408-898-6228

By using our Website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.