Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 1, 2025

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At PetLifeCalc, we believe your privacy is fundamental. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our pet age and cost calculators. We are committed to being transparent about our practices and giving you control over your data.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • • Pet information entered into our calculators (breed, age, weight, etc.)
  • • Location data when you select your region for cost estimates
  • • Contact information when you reach out to us (email address, name, message content)
  • • Feedback and survey responses you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

  • • Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site, calculator usage patterns)
  • • Device information (browser type, operating system, screen resolution)
  • • IP address and general location (country/region level only)
  • • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy below)

Information We Do NOT Collect

  • • We do not require account creation or personal registration
  • • We do not collect sensitive personal information (SSN, financial data, etc.)
  • • We do not store your specific pet calculations permanently
  • • We do not track you across other websites

How We Use Your Information

To Provide Our Services

  • • Process your calculator inputs and provide results
  • • Customize cost estimates based on your region
  • • Improve calculation accuracy and user experience

To Improve Our Platform

  • • Analyze usage patterns to identify popular features
  • • Fix bugs and technical issues
  • • Develop new calculators and features

To Communicate With You

  • • Respond to your questions and support requests
  • • Send important updates about our service
  • • Notify you of new features (with your consent)

For Legal Compliance

  • • Comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • • Protect against fraud and abuse
  • • Enforce our Terms of Service

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Do Not Sell Your Data

PetLifeCalc does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes. Period.

Limited Sharing Scenarios

We may share information only in these specific circumstances:

Service Providers

Trusted third-party services that help us operate our platform (hosting, analytics, email delivery). These partners are contractually bound to protect your data.

Legal Requirements

When required by law, court order, or to protect rights, property, or safety of PetLifeCalc, our users, or the public.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction (with advance notice).

Aggregated Data

We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable data for research or industry reports (e.g., "Popular dog breeds by region").

Data Security

Technical Safeguards

  • • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • • Regular security audits and updates
  • • Access controls and authentication

Data Practices

  • • Minimal data collection principle
  • • Regular data retention reviews
  • • Employee training on data protection
  • • Incident response procedures

Cookies and Tracking

Essential Cookies

Required for basic site functionality and cannot be disabled. These include session management, security features, and accessibility preferences.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site to improve user experience. We use privacy-focused analytics that don't track individual users across sites.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality. We provide a cookie preference center for easy management.

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

  • • Request access to information we have about you
  • • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • • Request deletion of your information
  • • Opt out of certain data processing activities

Communication Preferences

  • • Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • • Choose which updates you receive
  • • Set communication frequency preferences
  • • Request no contact except for essential updates

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@petlifecalc.com. We'll respond within 30 days and verify your identity before processing requests.

Children's Privacy

PetLifeCalc is designed for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Our calculators can be used by families, but we recommend parental supervision for younger users.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. Parents who believe their child has provided us with personal information should contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

PetLifeCalc is based in the United States, and our servers are located in the US. If you are accessing our service from outside the US, your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US.

We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information during international transfers and comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR for European users.

Data Retention

Calculator Data

Information entered into our calculators is processed temporarily and not stored permanently. Results are calculated in real-time and not linked to your identity.

Contact Information

When you contact us, we retain your communication for up to 3 years to provide support and improve our service. You can request deletion at any time.

Analytics Data

Aggregated usage statistics are retained for up to 2 years to analyze trends and improve our platform. This data cannot be traced back to individual users.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will:

  • • Post the updated policy on our website
  • • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
  • • Notify users via email for material changes (if we have your contact information)
  • • Provide a prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Questions About Privacy?

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, we're here to help.

Privacy Officer: privacy@petlifecalc.com

General Questions: hello@petlifecalc.com