Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 26, 2026

Effective Date: February 26, 2026

Pet Daily Picks (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website petdailypicks.com (the “Site”). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site.

By using our Site, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Subscribe to our email newsletter
  • Submit a contact form or email us directly
  • Leave comments on our articles
  • Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website (how you found us)
  • Date and time of your visit
  • Click patterns and scroll behavior
  • Geographic location (country/region level)

This information is collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Site, ensuring our content displays correctly on your device
  • To send newsletters if you have subscribed, including periodic emails with new content and recommendations
  • To respond to inquiries, replying to your questions, comments, or feedback
  • To improve our Site by analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience and content quality
  • To personalize your experience by displaying relevant content based on your interests
  • To detect and prevent fraud, protect our Site from malicious activity
  • To comply with legal obligations and meet applicable legal requirements

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the content.

Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type Purpose Duration
Essential Cookies Required for basic site functionality Session
Analytics Cookies Help us understand how visitors use our Site (Google Analytics) Up to 2 years
Affiliate Cookies Track purchases made through our affiliate links (Amazon Associates) Varies by program
Preference Cookies Remember your settings and preferences Up to 1 year

Specific Cookies We Use

  • Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our Site. This data helps us improve our content and user experience. Google’s privacy policy:
    https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Amazon Associates: As an Amazon Associate, we use cookies to track qualifying purchases made through our affiliate links. Amazon’s privacy policy:
    https://www.amazon.com/privacy

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
  • Edge: Settings > Privacy & Services > Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. Our Site does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

Analytics

Affiliate Programs

We may also participate in additional affiliate programs (Chewy, ShareASale, etc.) that use cookies to track referrals.

Email and Hosting Services

We do not control these third parties’ privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With service providers and trusted third parties who assist in operating our Site (hosting, email delivery, analytics) under confidentiality agreements
  • When required by law, court order, or government request
  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of Pet Daily Picks, our users, or others
  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (you would be notified of any change in ownership)
  • When you have given explicit permission

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Email subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • Contact form submissions: Up to 2 years
  • Analytics data: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Server logs: Up to 90 days

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure hosting with Hostinger’s enterprise-grade infrastructure
  • Limited access to personal information
  • Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

All Users

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent

To Exercise Your Rights

Contact us at: contact@petdailypicks.com
We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the “sale” of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

Categories of Information Collected

In the past 12 months, we may have collected:

  • Identifiers (email address, IP address)
  • Internet activity (browsing history, interactions with our Site)
  • Geolocation data (country/region level)

How to Submit a Request

California residents may submit requests by emailing
contact@petdailypicks.com
with the subject line “CCPA Request.”

10. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Access: Obtain confirmation of whether we process your data and request a copy
  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Erasure: Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Consent: when you subscribe to our newsletter or submit information
  • Legitimate Interests: to improve our Site and provide relevant content
  • Legal Obligations: to comply with applicable laws

Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

Contact

For GDPR-related inquiries, email
contact@petdailypicks.com.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA).

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at
contact@petdailypicks.com.

If we discover we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

12. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including retailers and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. 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 make changes:

  • We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
  • For significant changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent notice on our Site

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: contact@petdailypicks.com
Website: petdailypicks.com

We will respond to all inquiries within 30 days.

Thank you for trusting Pet Daily Picks with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing valuable content to help you care for your pets.