Privacy Policy
How we handle and protect your information
Last Updated: February 4, 2026
Austria Pet Care Guide ("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.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us via email
- Subscribe to our newsletter (if applicable)
- Submit feedback or suggestions
This may include your name, email address, and the content of your message.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- General geographic location (country/city level)
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous statistical information.
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for future visits.
Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner when you first visit the site. You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide support
- Improve our website content and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Protect against fraudulent or malicious activity
- Comply with legal obligations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our website (e.g., hosting services, analytics providers)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or acquisition of our assets
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Restriction: Request limitation of processing your personal data
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@austriapetcare.guide.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including Austrian government resources and animal welfare organizations. 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.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: hello@austriapetcare.guide
Website: austriapetcare.guide
Supervisory Authority
If you are located in Austria or the EU and believe we have violated your data protection rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority (Datenschutzbehoerde) or your local supervisory authority.