Last Updated: 11th April, 2025

Welcome to Animals Trader (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our classified ads and directory services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information
– Name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Physical address
– IP address & device information

B. Non-Personal Information
– Browser type
– Pages visited
– Ad interaction data
– Cookies & tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data for:
Providing Services: Posting/managing ads, user accounts, and transactions.
Communication: Sending updates, support replies, and notifications.
Improving User Experience: Analyzing trends and optimizing our platform.
Security & Fraud Prevention: Detecting misuse or unauthorized access.
Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements.

3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your data, but may share it with:
– Service Providers: Email marketers (e.g., Brevo), hosting providers.
– Business Transfers: In case of mergers/acquisitions.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
– Remember user preferences.
– Analyze traffic via tools like Google Analytics.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work.

5. Data Retention & Security
– We retain data only as long as necessary (e.g., for active accounts or legal obligations).
– Security measures include SSL encryption, firewalls, and restricted access.

6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may:
Access, Correct, or Delete your data.
Opt out of marketing emails (via Brevo unsubscribe links).
Request data portability (GDPR).
Lodge complaints with a data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@animalstrader.com

7. Third-Party Links
Our site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 (or 16 under GDPR).

9. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy, email:
suppport@animalstrader.com

Note: We use Brevo for email marketing. Review their [Privacy Policy]