Privacy Policy

How EarthyWoof collects, uses, and protects your information.

Last updated: May 2026. This policy is a general privacy notice suitable for a content site at launch. It should be reviewed by a qualified legal professional and updated as the site's data practices evolve.

1. Who We Are

EarthyWoof ("we," "us," or "our") is an independently operated content website focused on eco-conscious dog ownership. The site is operated by Bondo Guruli. Our contact email is earthywoof@gmail.com.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:

  • Email address — if you subscribe to the EarthyWoof newsletter or download a free resource.
  • Contact form data — if you send us a message via email or a contact form.

Information collected automatically:

  • Usage data — pages visited, time on site, referring URL, browser type, and device type, collected via analytics tools (see Section 4).
  • Cookies — small text files stored in your browser by us and by third-party services we use (see Section 4).
  • IP address — logged by standard web server software and analytics platforms.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To send the EarthyWoof newsletter if you have subscribed.
  • To deliver the free resource(s) you requested.
  • To respond to your messages or inquiries.
  • To understand how readers use the site and improve content accordingly.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not send promotional emails on behalf of third-party brands.

4. Cookies & Analytics

EarthyWoof uses cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:

  • Analytics: We use Google Analytics (or equivalent) to understand site traffic and usage patterns. This collects anonymized data about your device and browsing behavior on this site. Google's privacy policy applies to data processed by Google Analytics.
  • Affiliate tracking: Affiliate links on this site may use cookies to track purchases made through those links, so that we receive credit for the referral. This is how affiliate commissions are tracked (see our Affiliate Disclosure).
  • Email service provider: If you subscribe to our newsletter, our email service provider may use cookies or pixels to track open rates and click activity within newsletters.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality or tracking accuracy.

5. Third-Party Services & Links

EarthyWoof contains links to external websites, including affiliate partner sites. When you click through to a third-party site:

  • That site's own privacy policy applies.
  • EarthyWoof is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of linked third-party sites.
  • Affiliate tracking cookies may be set by the destination retailer.

6. Email Subscriptions

If you subscribe to the EarthyWoof newsletter, your email address is stored with our email service provider and used only to send EarthyWoof newsletters and related content you requested.

  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email we send.
  • We do not share subscriber email lists with third parties for their marketing purposes.
  • Subscriber data is handled in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act (U.S.) and, where applicable, GDPR (EU/EEA).

7. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
  • Opt out of email communications at any time.
  • Request that we stop processing your data (subject to legal requirements).

To exercise any of these rights, email us at earthywoof@gmail.com. EU/EEA residents may also have the right to lodge a complaint with their national data protection authority.

8. Children's Privacy

EarthyWoof is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us and we will delete it.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we hold. However, no website or internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of any data transmitted to or stored on this site.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us at earthywoof@gmail.com.