Privacy Policy
How World Canine Union LLC collects, uses, and protects your information
Last Updated: February 27, 2026
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At World Canine Union LLC, we are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your data. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the information we collect when you register your dog, use our website, or interact with our services.
By using our website and services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you have any questions, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this document.
Information We Collect
Dog Registration Information
- • Dog's name and breed description
- • Photos of your dog
- • Birth date and adoption/rescue story
- • Physical description and special traits
- • Favorite activities and personality details
- • Memorial information (if applicable)
Owner Information
- • Your name and email address
- • Shelter information (if provided)
- • Payment information (processed securely by Stripe)
- • Communication preferences
- • Profile update requests
Cookies & Tracking
World Canine Union LLC uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, understand how visitors use our site, and help us market our services. These include:
- Essential cookies: Required for website functionality, such as keeping you logged in to your account and maintaining security.
- Analytics and advertising cookies: We use the Meta Pixel (Facebook) to track conversions, measure the effectiveness of our advertising, and build audiences for our marketing campaigns. This helps us show relevant ads to people who may be interested in WCU.
What we track: When you visit our site, the Meta Pixel may collect information about your device, browser, and interactions with our pages (such as registrations started or completed). This information is shared with Meta (Facebook/Instagram) and used in accordance with their privacy policy. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
By using our website and registering your dog, you consent to the use of these cookies and tracking technologies. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit your ability to use certain features of our site. For more information about how Meta uses data, visit Facebook's Privacy Policy.
How We Use Your Information
Primary Purposes
- • Creating and maintaining your dog's official WCU registration
- • Generating and delivering digital certificates
- • Displaying public dog profiles (your email will not be displayed)
- • Populating our shelter directory (with provided shelter info)
- • Processing registration payments
- • Responding to your inquiries and support requests
Community & Statistical Use
- • Calculating and displaying community impact metrics
- • Improving our services and website functionality
- • Sending important service updates (not marketing)
- • Complying with legal obligations
Data Sharing & Protection
We Do Not Sell Your Data
World Canine Union LLC does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We only share information as described below or with your explicit consent.
Limited Sharing Circumstances
- Service Providers: We use trusted third-party services (Supabase for database, Stripe for payments, Resend for emails) that process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.
- Public Profiles: Dog names, photos, and stories (without owner contact information) are displayed publicly on profile pages unless you opt for a private registration.
Your Rights & Choices
Access and Control
- • View and update your dog's profile information
- • Request a copy of your personal data
- • Request correction of inaccurate information
- • Request deletion of your account and data
- • Opt-out of non-essential communications
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email below. We will respond within 30 days and may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
Note: Some data may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes, such as transaction records or to prevent fraud.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal data:
Please visit our Contact Page
Use the contact form or chat widget for the quickest response regarding data privacy requests.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or via email. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.