Last updated: March 26, 2026
The Daily Dog LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates thedailydogco.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our Site or interact with our services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
| Category | What We Collect | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Email address | When you subscribe to our newsletter or download a resource | To send you dog wellness content, product recommendations, and updates |
| Contact form submissions | Name and message when you contact us | To respond to partnership inquiries |
| Calculator inputs | Dog weight, age, activity level entered into our Feeding Calculator | Processed entirely in your browser. We do not store this data on our servers. |
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent, and referring website
- General geographic location (city/country level, not precise)
- IP address
This data is collected through Google Analytics and cookies. It is used in aggregate to understand how visitors use our Site so we can improve content and user experience.
Information Collected by Our Email Provider
When you subscribe to our newsletter, our email service provider (Beehiiv) may also collect:
- Whether you opened an email
- Which links you clicked within an email
- Your general location at the time of opening (city/country level)
- Device and email client used
This data helps us understand which content is most useful to our subscribers. It is analyzed in aggregate and is not shared with third parties.
How We Use Your Information
- Email: To send our newsletter with dog wellness tips, product recommendations, and updates
- Analytics: To understand site traffic and improve content
- Affiliate tracking: To earn commissions when you purchase products through our links (at no extra cost to you)
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. We have never sold personal information and have no plans to do so.
Content Disclosure
Some content on this Site is created with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools and is reviewed and edited by our team for accuracy. All product recommendations reflect our genuine opinions and real-world experience regardless of how the content was produced. See our Disclosure page for full details.
Email Newsletter
Our newsletter is managed through Beehiiv, a third-party email service provider. When you subscribe:
- Your email is stored securely on Beehiiv’s servers
- Beehiiv tracks email opens and link clicks for analytics purposes
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of every email
- Upon unsubscribing, your email will be removed from our active mailing list within 30 days
Beehiiv’s privacy policy: beehiiv.com/privacy
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use them for:
- Analytics: Google Analytics uses cookies to measure site traffic (Google Privacy Policy)
- Affiliate tracking: Our affiliate partners, JustFoodForDogs, Mavely, and Amazon Associates, may use cookies to attribute purchases to our recommendations. These cookies are set by the affiliate partner when you click an affiliate link.
- Site functionality: Basic cookies that help the site work properly (caching, security)
You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Disable all cookies (some site features may not work as expected)
- Delete existing cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set
You can also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals to websites. There is currently no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Site does not respond to DNT signals. However, you can opt out of tracking using the cookie controls and opt-out links described above.
Affiliate Links
Links on our Site are affiliate links. When you click and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Our affiliate partners may set their own cookies on your device to track the referral. These partners may include Amazon Associates, Chewy, and other pet product affiliate programs. See our Disclosure page for full details on our affiliate relationships and recommendation standards.
Third-Party Services
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Traffic analysis | Link |
| Beehiiv | Email newsletter and subscriber analytics | Link |
| SiteGround | Website hosting | Link |
| Cloudflare | CDN, security, and DNS | Link |
| Amazon Associates | Affiliate product links | Link |
Data Retention
- Email subscribers: We retain your email for as long as you remain subscribed. If you unsubscribe, your email is removed from our active list within 30 days. Beehiiv may retain anonymized analytics data beyond this period.
- Analytics data: Google Analytics data is retained for 14 months in aggregate form and cannot be used to identify you personally.
- Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 12 months, then deleted.
- Calculator data: Never stored. Processed entirely in your browser.
Data Security
We use SSL encryption (HTTPS) for all connections. Your email is transmitted securely and stored on Beehiiv’s encrypted servers. Calculator data is processed entirely in your browser and never touches our servers.
No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we take reasonable measures to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will:
- Notify affected individuals within 72 hours of discovering the breach, as required by California law (Cal. Civ. Code 1798.82)
- Describe what information was involved
- Describe what steps we are taking in response
- Provide contact information for questions
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
Advertising
We may in the future display advertisements on this Site through third-party advertising networks such as Google AdSense. If and when we do, those services may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to show you relevant ads based on your browsing activity on this and other sites.
If we begin displaying ads, we will update this section with specific details about the advertising services used, how your data is handled, and how you can opt out of personalized advertising. We will also notify subscribers of any material changes to this policy.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):
- Right to Know: You can request what personal information we collect, use, and disclose (described above)
- Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Correct: You can request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Right to Opt Out of Sale/Sharing: We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising. There is nothing to opt out of.
- Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information: We do not collect sensitive personal information as defined by the CPRA
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us through our Contact page. We will respond within 45 days as required by law. We may ask you to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
Your Rights (All Visitors)
- Unsubscribe from our email list at any time via the link in any email
- Request deletion of your email from our records
- Opt out of Google Analytics via the browser add-on
- Manage cookies through your browser settings
International Visitors
Our Site is operated from the United States. If you are visiting from outside the US, please be aware that your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom and have questions about your rights under GDPR, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. If we make material changes, we will notify subscribers via email. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, reach us through our Contact page or by mail:
The Daily Dog
241 East 17th Street #1125
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
thepack@thedailydogco.com
