Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 16th, 2024

Pawsitive Impact Projects (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, www.piputah.com (the “Website”), or interact with our services. By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from visitors to our Website:

A. Personal Information You Provide

This refers to information that you provide directly to us, such as:

Name
Email Address
Mailing Address
Phone Number
Donation Information (including payment details)
Other Information you may voluntarily provide (e.g., when filling out forms or contacting us)

B. Automatically Collected Information

We may also collect information automatically when you visit the Website, including:

IP Address
Browser Type and Version
Device Type
Pages Visited
Referral URL
Time Spent on the Website
Cookies and Similar Tracking Technologies (e.g., web beacons, flash cookies)

2. How We Collect Information

A. Information You Provide Directly

When you donate to Pawsitive Impact Projects through our Website.
When you subscribe to our newsletter or updates.
When you contact us via our online contact form.
When you participate in surveys, promotions, or other activities on our Website.

B. Automatically Collected Information

We use tools such as Google Analytics and cookies to automatically collect information about your interaction with our Website, including your IP address, browser information, and other device-related data. This helps us understand how users interact with our site to improve the user experience.

3. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information for several purposes, including:

To Process Donations: We use your donation information to process and acknowledge your contributions, and to provide receipts for tax-deduction purposes.
To Communicate with You: We may use your email address to send updates about our nonprofit’s activities, donation receipts, volunteer opportunities, and other communications related to our mission.
To Improve Our Website and Services: Information collected automatically helps us understand how visitors use our Website, allowing us to improve and optimize our services.
To Respond to Inquiries: We collect contact information to respond to questions or requests for information.

4. How We Store, Use, Share, and Disclose Your Information

A. Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and use industry-standard measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

B. Use of Personal Information

We use the personal information we collect solely for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

C. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose your personal information in the following circumstances:

Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party providers who assist in processing donations (e.g., payment processors) or sending communications on our behalf. These service providers are obligated to protect your information.
Legal Compliance: If required by law or in response to valid legal requests, we may disclose your information to law enforcement, government agencies, or other entities as necessary.

5. Communication with You

We may contact you via email, phone, or text (if provided) for the following purposes:

To send you confirmation and updates about your donation.
To share news, updates, and events related to Pawsitive Impact Projects.
To notify you about upcoming fundraising campaigns or volunteer opportunities.

Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails or other communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link provided in the communication or by contacting us directly at emma.hardin@piputah.com. You may still receive transactional communications related to your donations.

6. Cookies and Other Tracking Tools

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. These tools allow us to:

Analyze website traffic: Through tools like Google Analytics, we collect data about how users interact with our site.
Personalize your experience: Cookies help us remember your preferences, such as language settings.

You can control the use of cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may impact your ability to fully use our Website.

7. Your Rights and Choices

A. Access, Correction, and Deletion of Personal Information

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request corrections or updates to any inaccurate information.
Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to certain legal obligations or restrictions).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at emma.hardin@piputah.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

B. Withdrawing Consent

You can withdraw your consent to the collection of personal information at any time by contacting us directly or by disabling cookies through your browser settings. Please note that withdrawing consent may impact our ability to provide certain services, such as processing donations.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes to this policy will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the use of your personal information, please contact us:

Pawsitive Impact Project

4856 W. Crosswater Rd

S Jordan 84009

corinne.lehman@piputah.com
Effective Date: November 16th, 2024