Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Fusion Reactions ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Dog Pedigree Database (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

Privacy-First Design: Our Service is built with privacy as a core principle. All user data defaults to private visibility until explicitly changed by the owner.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Name (first, middle, last, prefix, suffix)
• Email address
• Username and password (encrypted)
• Contact information (phone, address) - optional

2.2 Dog and Kennel Data

Information you provide about dogs and kennels:

• Dog names, breeds, dates of birth, pedigree information
• Registration numbers (ACHA, UKC, PKC, AKC, etc.)
• Ownership information and kennel affiliations
• Competition results and titles
• Photos and media (optional)

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Usage patterns and timestamps
• Device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Create and manage your account
• Display dog pedigrees and kennel information per your privacy settings
• Send administrative notifications (service updates, security alerts)
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access
• Comply with legal obligations

We do NOT: Sell your personal information, use it for advertising, or share it with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Privacy Controls and Data Visibility

4.1 Three Privacy Levels

You control who can see your dog and kennel data:

• Private (Default): Only you can see this data
• Kennel: Visible to members of shared kennels
• Public: Visible to all authorized users of the Service

4.2 Public Records Exception

Dogs with verified competition titles may have their name and registration number displayed publicly, as these are matters of public record in competitive events. Other details remain subject to your privacy settings.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 We Share Data Only:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly choose to share data (e.g., setting visibility to "public")
• With Service Providers: Hosting and infrastructure providers bound by confidentiality agreements
• For Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or legal process
• To Protect Rights: To enforce our Terms of Service or protect against fraud/security threats

5.2 No Third-Party Marketing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement security measures including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Encrypted password storage
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Restricted access to personal data
• Database backups

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Update your privacy settings at any time
• Export your data
• Delete your account and associated data

7.2 Data Deletion

You may request account deletion by contacting us. Upon deletion:

• Your personal account information will be permanently deleted
• Dog pedigree data may be retained in anonymized form to preserve genealogical integrity for other users
• Public competition records may be retained as matters of public record

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. We may retain certain information after account closure to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements
• Maintain pedigree accuracy for remaining users

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your country of residence. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

11. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your login session. We do NOT use:

• Advertising or marketing cookies
• Third-party tracking cookies
• Analytics cookies (beyond basic server logs)

12. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through a prominent notice on the Service. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices should be directed to Fusion Reactions via the Service contact form.