Paw Search

Nami Foundation, India

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information on our pet adoption platform.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 11, 2025

Paw Search ("we", "our", or "us") is a pet adoption platform built and maintained by Nami Foundation, a registered nonprofit organization in India. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of the personal data you provide when using our services.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your information through our website, mobile app, and other associated services (collectively, the "Platform").

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We may collect the following personal details from users:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Address or location (only if needed for adoption logistics)
ID proof (where legally required for adoption processes)

For business users or shelters:

Organization name
Representative contact details
Government registration ID (if applicable)

b. Non-Personal Information

Device type, IP address, browser type
Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent, clicks)
Location (approximate, if enabled)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Facilitate pet adoptions and connect users with shelters or individuals
Communicate updates, confirmations, and important service messages
Improve our platform experience and analyze usage trends
Ensure safety and prevent fraud
Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal data:

With verified adoption agencies, animal shelters, or other users for the purpose of facilitating a pet adoption
With service providers and partners who assist us with technology and operations, under strict confidentiality
When required by law, legal processes, or government authorities

We do not sell your data.

4. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access, correct, or update your personal data
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal or operational requirements)
Withdraw consent at any time
Opt-out of communications by clicking "unsubscribe" in emails or contacting us directly

5. Data Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These include:

SSL encryption
Role-based access control
Regular security audits

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. Use the platform at your own risk.

6. Children's Privacy

Paw Search does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that such data has been collected without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or app notifications. Continued use of the platform after changes implies acceptance.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

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Nami Foundation

yash@namifoundation.in

www.namifoundation.in

Helping pets find their forever homes 🏠❤️