Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you contact us or apply to adopt a kitten, we may collect the following personal information:

• Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
• Information about your living situation and experience with cats
• Veterinary references
• Photos and updates you share of your adopted cats

1.2 Website Usage Information

We may collect information about how you use our website, including:

• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Browser type and device information
• IP address and general location information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process adoption applications and communicate with potential adopters
• Provide ongoing support and maintain relationships with adopting families
• Improve our breeding program and website services
• Share updates about your cats (with your permission) on our website and social media
• Comply with legal requirements and breeding regulations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With veterinarians for health guarantees and medical history
• With Cat Fanciers' Federation for registration purposes
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• With your explicit consent for promotional purposes

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Photos and Media

5.1 Use of Cat Photos

By adopting from VA Coons, you consent to our use of photos of your cat for:

• Website galleries and breeding program promotion
• Social media posts and marketing materials
• Educational content about the Maine Coon breed

5.2 Opting Out

If you prefer that photos of your cat not be used for promotional purposes, please contact us in writing. We will respect your wishes and remove existing photos upon request.

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of promotional communications
• Request that we stop using photos of your cats

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us through our official contact page.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated effective date.