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Privacy Policy – Guardian Ark

Effective Date: 2/6/2026

At Guardians Ark Pet Sanctuary (“Guardians Ark,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to
protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect
your personal information when you visit our website, make donations, participate in contests, or
otherwise interact with us.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information when you interact with our website:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party payment processors)
  • Pet profiles, photos, and stories (if submitted to our contests or programs)

2. Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited on our website
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see “Cookies” section below)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To process donations and provide tax receipts.
  • To manage contest entries, votes, and winner selection.
  • To send updates, newsletters, and fundraising appeals (you may opt out at any time).
  • To improve our website and user experience.
  • To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

4. Sharing Your Information

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

  • Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party vendors (e.g., payment
    processors, email service providers) to facilitate our operations.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect
    our rights and safety.
  • With Your Consent: We may share your information if you give us explicit
    permission to do so.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings.
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior.
  • Improve website functionality and performance.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may
affect certain features of our website.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access,
alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic
storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the
privacy practices of these external sites. 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 that we have inadvertently collected data from a
child, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Update: You may request access to or correction of your personal
    information by contacting us.
  • Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from our email communications at any time by
    clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
  • Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information,
    subject to legal and operational requirements.

10. Retention of Information

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this
Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an
updated Effective Date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

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

Guardians Ark Pet Sanctuary

📧 connect@guardiansark.com
📍 9550 Mason Montgomery Rd #1165, Mason, OH 45040
📞 513.360.8829

13. California Residents

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer
Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces
of personal information we have collected about you.

14. International Users

Our website is operated in the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside the U.S.,
please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United
States.