Privacy policy

Effective date: January 12, 2026

The St. Paul Police K9 Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Donation or payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

We may also automatically collect limited technical information, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of visits

This information is used to help improve website functionality and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and communications
  • Process donations and acknowledgments
  • Share updates about our mission, events, or initiatives
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Donations and Third-Party Services

Online donations and payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store or have direct access to your full payment details. These third-party services are responsible for handling your information according to their own privacy policies.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. This helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve performance. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

Information Sharing

We may share personal information only when necessary to:

  • Process transactions
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect the rights, safety, or property of the Foundation or others

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Your Choices

You may request to update or remove your personal information by contacting us directly. You may also opt out of receiving communications from us at any time.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us through our website’s contact page.

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