Privacy Policy

Page Paws
Last updated: 20 May 2026

Page Paws ("we," "us," or "our") cares about the privacy of the people who care about animals. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using our website, you agree to this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

When you interact with our website, you may choose to share information with us through:

• Contact form — your name, email address, and any details you include in your message.
• Volunteer form — your name, contact information, and the details you share about how you'd like to help.
• Online donations — donations are processed through PayPal or Venmo. We do not see or store your payment card or bank account details; PayPal and Venmo handle all payment processing under their own privacy policies. We may receive limited information from these services, such as your name, email address, and donation amount, so that we can thank you and keep accurate records of our funding.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through Google Analytics and similar tools, including:

• Your IP address (which may be anonymized)
• Browser type, device type, and operating system
• Pages you visit, how long you stay, and how you navigate the site
• The website or source that referred you to us
• General location information, typically at the city or region level

This information helps us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your messages and inquiries
• Coordinate with volunteers and follow up on volunteer interest
• Process and acknowledge donations
• Send updates, newsletters, or event information only if you have asked to receive them (you can opt out at any time)
• Understand how our website is being used so we can improve it
• Keep records required for our operations as a nonprofit organization
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

Page Paws does not sell your personal information. We share information only in these limited circumstances:

• Service providers that help us operate — including PayPal and Venmo (for processing donations), Google (for website analytics), and Meta/Facebook (for social media features embedded on our site). These providers handle data under their own privacy policies.
• Legal requirements — if we are required to disclose information to comply with applicable laws, respond to lawful requests, or protect the safety of people or animals.
• With your permission — in cases where you have specifically asked us to share your information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies, primarily through Google Analytics. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function and collect information about how they are used.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, and you can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on. Disabling cookies may affect how parts of the site function.

Social Media Features

Our website includes social media features, such as an embedded Facebook widget. These features may collect your IP address, note which page you are visiting on our site, and set a cookie to function properly. Social media features are hosted by Meta Platforms, Inc., and your interactions with them are governed by Facebook's own privacy policy. We encourage you to review Facebook's Privacy Policy to understand how they handle your information.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect the information you share with us. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Ask what personal information we have about you
• Request that we correct or update your information
• Ask us to delete your information (subject to any record-keeping we are legally required to maintain)
• Unsubscribe from any email communications at any time

Virginia residents: Under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), you may have additional rights regarding access, correction, deletion, and portability of your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised version here and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled? We would love to hear from you.

Page Paws
P.O. Box 269
Luray, VA 22835