Last Updated: May 25, 2025
K9Chronicles Co. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates K9Chronicles.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, share, and protect personal information in connection with our Site and services, including our participation in the Amazon Associates Program and/or Amazon Seller Program. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Amazon’s data protection requirements.
By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Site.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information to provide and improve our services, fulfill orders, and comply with legal and contractual obligations. The types of information we collect include:
a. Information You Provide
- Account Information: When you register, make a purchase, or interact with our Site, we may collect your name, email address, billing/shipping address, phone number, and payment information.
- Communications: Information you provide when you contact us, such as through customer support or feedback forms.
- User-Generated Content: Reviews, comments, or other content you submit to our Site.
b. Information Collected Automatically
- Browsing Data: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your device, IP address, browser type, pages visited, and interactions with our Site.
- Affiliate Tracking: As a participant in the Amazon Associates Program, we use cookies and tracking links to monitor clicks and purchases made through Amazon affiliate links, which may include anonymized data about your interactions.
- Analytics: We use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to collect data on Site usage, such as page views and referral sources.
c. Information from Third Parties
- Amazon Services: When you purchase products through our Site or via Amazon (e.g., through Fulfillment by Amazon or Amazon Pay), we may receive information such as order details, delivery information, or account data from Amazon.
- Other Sources: We may receive updated delivery or address information from carriers or credit history information from credit bureaus to prevent fraud.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Order Fulfillment: To process and fulfill orders, including shipping and payment processing.
- Customer Support: To respond to inquiries, provide assistance, and resolve issues.
- Marketing and Communications: To send promotional emails, newsletters, or personalized offers (with your consent, where required). You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.
- Site Improvement: To analyze Site usage, improve functionality, and enhance user experience.
- Amazon Affiliate Program: To track clicks and purchases made through Amazon affiliate links to earn commissions.
- Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent fraudulent activities or unauthorized transactions.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and Amazon’s policies, including tax and accounting requirements.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties except as described below:
- Amazon and Affiliates: As an Amazon Merchant and Associate, we share information with Amazon to process orders, track affiliate activity, or comply with Amazon’s requirements. This may include order details, customer names, and shipping information.
- Service Providers: We share information with third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, shipping companies, or analytics providers) to perform functions on our behalf. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose information to comply with legal requirements, such as responding to subpoenas, court orders, or government requests.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to a successor entity.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, track affiliate activity, and analyze Site usage. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit Site functionality, such as adding items to your cart or completing purchases.
As part of the Amazon Associates Program, we use Amazon’s tracking cookies to monitor clicks and purchases. For more details, see Amazon’s Privacy Notice.
5. Your Data Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications or the sale/sharing of your personal information (if applicable).
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@k9chronicles.com. For Amazon-related data requests, you may also visit Amazon’s Data Privacy Queries page.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with Amazon’s requirements (e.g., 30-day limit for personally identifiable information unless required for legal or tax purposes), or meet legal obligations. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your information.
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures, such as Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption, to protect your information during transmission and storage. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including Amazon.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
9. Amazon Associates Disclosure
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. As such, we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through links on our Site. This does not affect the price you pay.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Site and services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
11. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where Amazon or our service providers operate. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR and other frameworks.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our Site or via email (if applicable). Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: admin@k9Chronicles.com
For concerns related to Amazon’s data practices, you may contact Amazon directly at the following links: https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=468496 https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GX7NJQ4ZB8MHFRNJ