Privacy Policy

    Last Updated: 25th September 2024

    Welcome to iCare (www.icareq8.com). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website to post or browse advertisements related to pet adoption. We are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring that your privacy is respected.

    By accessing or using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

    1. Information We Collect

    We collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with iCare.

    Personal Information: When you post an ad or register on our site, we may collect the following information:

      • Name
      • Email address
      • Phone number
      • Location
      • Ad content and details about the pet(s) for adoption

    This information is required to facilitate communication between you and potential adopters, as well as to verify and approve ads.

    Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-identifying information such as:

      • Browser type and version
      • Operating system
      • IP address
      • Date and time of your visit
      • Pages you viewed

    This helps us improve the functionality and user experience of our website.

    2. How We Use Your Information

    We use the information collected for various purposes, including:

      • Ad Verification and Approval: To verify and approve ads before they are published to ensure accuracy, compliance with our guidelines, and to prevent misuse (such as unauthorized sales or trade of pets).
      • Communication: To contact you if we need to clarify details about your ad or notify you of any updates or issues.
      • User Support: To respond to your inquiries, feedback, or complaints.
      • Site Improvement: To monitor and analyze usage trends to improve our services and website functionality.

    We DO NOT use your personal information for marketing purposes without your consent, nor do we sell or share your information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

    3. Data Security

    We prioritize the security of your personal information and take reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes the use of secure servers and encryption techniques where applicable.

    However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any data you transmit to iCare.

    4. Ad Content and Personal Data Sharing

    When you post an ad on iCare, your contact details (such as your name and phone number) will be visible to potential adopters. You can control which details are visible by selecting the options provided when posting an ad.

    We do not share your personal data with third parties except in the following cases:

      • To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
      • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of others.

    5. Cookies

    ICare Q8 uses cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some features of our site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

    6. Third-Party Links

    Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage users to be aware when they leave our site and to read the privacy statements of each site that collects personal information.

    7. Children’s Privacy

    iCare is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. If we discover that a child under 18 has provided us with personal data, we will delete such information immediately.

    8. Your Data Rights

    You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

      • Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
      • Correction: You can ask us to correct or update your personal information.
      • Deletion: You can request that we delete your data, except where we are legally obligated to retain it.
      • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving communications from us at any time by contacting us or using the opt-out feature in any communication you receive from us.

    9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When we update the policy, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.

    10. Contact Us

    If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at Email: info@icareq8.com

    We appreciate your trust and are committed to ensuring that your experience with iCare is both safe and secure.