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LAST UPDATED MARCH 8th, 2025

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information. By accessing or using OutWestcreative.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you create an account, submit listings, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, location, and other necessary information.

• Non-Personal Information: This includes data about how you use our website, such as IP address, browser type, and pages viewed.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and gather analytics on website performance and user behavior.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our services, including managing your account and processing event listings.

• To communicate with you, such as sending updates, newsletters, and responses to inquiries.

• To improve our website by analyzing usage trends and site performance.

• To ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements, including DMCA provisions.

3. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, modification, disclosure, or destruction. Your data is stored on secure servers, and we employ encryption and regular monitoring to maintain safety.

Please note, however, that no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Sharing Your Information

We only share your personal information under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors to provide services like payment processing, email delivery, and website hosting.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or to enforce our Terms & Conditions.

• Business Transfers: If OutWestPets.com undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be part of the transferred assets.

We do not sell your personal information under any circumstances.

5. Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us customize your browsing experience. They track your preferences and site activity. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser, but this may limit certain functionalities of our website.

6. Third-Party Services

OutWestPets.com may contain links to third-party websites or services. These services operate independently, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third-party sites.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we have collected about you.

• Request corrections or updates to your data.

• Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.

• Opt-out of marketing communications at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. DMCA Compliance and Intellectual Property

OutWestPets.com complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe any content on our site infringes your copyright, please send a notification to Carissa Finnegan, info@outwestcreative.com with the following details:

• Your name and contact information.

• A description of the copyrighted work.

• The URL of the infringing content.

• A statement confirming your belief that the use of the disputed material is not authorized by the copyright owner or the law.

We reserve the right to remove any infringing content and take further action as necessary.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. Changes will be posted on this page, and the updated effective date will be noted.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@outwestcreative.com
Phone: 303-304-7663

User Policy

Our blog is dedicated to connecting pet lovers with pet-friendly businesses and events. By using our site and submitting listings, you agree to the following User Policy. Please review this policy carefully to ensure a positive and respectful experience for all users.

1. Acceptable Use

We aim to foster a welcoming community for pet enthusiasts. By using our form, you agree to:

• Use the website's features solely for their intended purposes, such as browsing directories and submitting business or event listings.

• Ensure that any content you provide (including listings and descriptions) is accurate, appropriate, and lawful.

• Treat others with respect and refrain from engaging in disruptive or harmful behavior.

• Refrain from any actions that could harm the site, its users, or its reputation.

2. Prohibited Activities

To maintain the integrity of OutWestPets.com, the following activities are strictly prohibited:

• Illegal or Harmful Actions: Engaging in behaviors that violate laws or regulations, compromise the safety of others, or promote unlawful activities.

• Harassment or Offensive Content: Submitting content that is discriminatory, defamatory, obscene, or offensive in nature.

• Unauthorized Use of Content: Copying, reproducing, or using content from OutWestPets.com without proper permission.

• System Interference: Disrupting the functionality of the website through actions such as introducing malware, hacking, or using bots to scrape data.

• Misrepresentation: Submitting false or misleading information, including fraudulent listings or fake event details.

Violations may result in removal of content, restrictions on future submissions, and potential legal action if warranted.

3. Content Submission

OutWestPets.com allows users to submit listings for businesses and events through a submission process. By submitting a listing, you agree to the following:

• Accuracy and Responsibility: Ensure that all information provided is truthful, complete, and does not infringe on the rights of others.

• Ownership or Authorization: You affirm that you own the rights to any content submitted (such as text, images, or logos) or have obtained proper authorization to share it.

• License Grant: By submitting content, you grant OutWestPets.com a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and promote your listing in connection with our services.

• Right to Review and Remove: OutWestPets.com reserves the right to review, edit, or remove any submitted content that violates this User Policy or is deemed inappropriate.

4. DMCA Compliance

OutWestPets.com complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your copyrighted work has been used on our platform without permission, please submit a DMCA notice to Carissa Finnegan, info@outwestcreative.com with the following details:

• Your name and contact information.

• A description of the copyrighted work.

• The specific URL or location of the content in question.

• A statement asserting your good faith belief that the use of the content is unauthorized.

• Your electronic or physical signature.

We will promptly investigate and remove infringing material when appropriate.

5. Updates to the Policy

This User Policy may be updated to reflect changes in our practices or for compliance with legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" at the top will indicate when the latest changes were made. Continued use of the site after updates are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

6. Contact Us

We’re here to ensure your experience on OutWestPets.com is smooth and enjoyable. If you have questions, concerns, or need assistance, feel free to contact us at:

Email: info@outwestcreative.com
Phone: 303-304-7663