Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 - Research Phase Privacy Framework

Research Phase Notice: This privacy policy covers our early access research program. Your participation helps shape our platform development and privacy practices.

What Information We Collect

Early Access Research Data

  • - Contact Information: Email address for early access communication
  • - User Type: Cat parent or cattery owner designation
  • - Geographic Location: Country/region for platform development planning
  • - Research Responses: Quiz answers and feature preference feedback
  • - Platform Interactions: Usage patterns to improve user experience

Technical Information

  • - Analytics Data: Google Analytics for platform optimization
  • - Device Information: Browser type, device type for compatibility
  • - Usage Metrics: Page views, time spent, interaction patterns
  • - Cookies: Essential functionality and analytics (see Cookie Policy)

How We Use Your Information

Research & Development

  • - Platform feature development and prioritization
  • - Pricing model research and optimization
  • - User experience design and testing
  • - Market demand analysis and validation

Early Access Communication

  • - Beta launch invitations and updates
  • - Feature previews and feedback requests
  • - Early access member benefits delivery
  • - Platform development progress updates

Information Sharing & Disclosure

We Do NOT Sell Your Data

Your personal information is never sold to third parties. We are building a community-driven platform, not a data-selling business.

Service Providers

We share minimal data with trusted service providers (Supabase for data storage, Resend for emails, Google Analytics for platform optimization) under strict data protection agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.

Data Security

Technical Safeguards

  • - SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
  • - Secure cloud infrastructure (Supabase)
  • - Regular security audits and updates
  • - Access controls and authentication

Operational Security

  • - Minimal data collection principle
  • - Regular data backup and recovery procedures
  • - Employee access restrictions
  • - Incident response and notification procedures

Your Privacy Rights

You Have the Right To:

  • - Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • - Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
  • - Deletion: Request removal of your data
  • - Portability: Export your data in common formats
  • - Objection: Object to certain data processing
  • - Restriction: Limit how we process your data
  • - Withdrawal: Remove consent at any time
  • - Complaint: Contact data protection authorities

Early Access Research Program

Research Participation

As an early access member, your feedback directly influences platform development. This includes survey responses, feature preferences, and usage patterns.

Important: Your research participation data may be used in aggregated, anonymized reports to stakeholders and investors. Individual responses are never shared.

Early Access Benefits

Your early access status and associated benefits (special pricing, feature access) are tied to your email address and will be honored during platform launch.

Contact & Policy Updates

Privacy Questions

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

privacy@purrfectstays.org

Response within 48 hours

Policy Updates

We may update this policy during our research phase. Changes will be communicated via:

  • - Email notification to early access members
  • - Website announcement banner
  • - Updated effective date at top of policy

Research Phase Transparency

Current Status: We are in active research and development phase. This privacy policy reflects our commitment to protecting your data while building the platform with community input.

Platform Launch: When we transition from research to a live platform (currently aiming for around Q2 2026, though this may change), we will update this policy and obtain fresh consent for any new data processing activities.

Your Control: You can withdraw from our research program at any time by contacting us. Your early access benefits will be preserved if you choose to re-engage before platform launch.