Urban Panthers Rescue (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with us online or offline, including through our website, social media, and adoption platforms.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

• Contact information: Name, email, phone number, mailing address.

• Adoption/Foster/Volunteer applications: Household details, pet history, references.

• Donation/payment details: Processed securely via third-party payment processors.

• Communications: Any information you provide via forms, email, phone, or direct messages.

• Website and social media usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and device information through cookies and analytics tools.

• Social Media Interactions: Publicly available information from comments, tags, or direct messages on platforms like Instagram and Facebook.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process adoptions, fosters, and volunteer applications.

• Communicate with you about your application, foster care, or rescue support.

• Process and acknowledge donations.

• Send updates, newsletters, and rescue-related communications (opt-out anytime).

• Improve our website, social media content, and rescue operations.

• Share adoptable pets and adoption updates through Petfinder, Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies on our website to:

• Understand website traffic and user behavior.

• Improve your browsing experience.

• Remember your preferences.

• Track the performance of rescue campaigns and posts.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell or trade your personal information.

We may share your information:

• With volunteers and foster coordinators to process applications and placements.

• With service providers (payment processors, email services) to operate our rescue.

• Through Petfinder, Instagram, Facebook, and similar platforms to share adoptable pets and updates.

• When required by law or to protect the safety of people and animals in our care.

5. Social Media and Adoption Platforms

When you engage with us on Instagram, Facebook, or Petfinder, please note:

• Your interactions may be publicly visible based on your platform settings.

• We may share photos, videos, or updates of animals in your foster/adoptive care with your consent or with identifying details removed.

• Direct messages or comments may be used to follow up on rescue-related support or inquiries.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information, but no electronic transmission or storage method is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You may:

• Request a copy of your personal information.

• Request updates or corrections.

• Request deletion of your information where applicable.

To exercise your rights, email us at urbanpanthersrescue@gmail.com.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their personal information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with the updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:

📧 urbanpanthersrescue@gmail.com
📞 855-UPR-CATS (855-877-2287)

By interacting with Urban Panthers Rescue through our website, social media, or adoption platforms, you agree to this Privacy Policy.