Last Updated: [16 March 2026]
1. Introduction
Welcome to K9Sphere (“we”, “our”, or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website k9sphere.com (the “Website”) or interact with our services.
If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Website.
2. Who We Are
K9Sphere is an educational website about dog breeds, health, nutrition, and care operated by:
Anjunn Shirgaokar
Email: [email protected]
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and Switzerland, we act as the “data controller” for your personal data under applicable data protection laws.
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Personal Data
- Contact information: name and email address if you voluntarily contact us.
- Communication data: any information you include in messages you send via forms or email.
3.2 Usage Data
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Date and time of visits
- Referring website
- Device type and operating system
3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies, including:
- Essential cookies to enable basic site functionality.
- Analytics cookies to understand how visitors use the Website.
- Advertising‑related cookies if and when we display ads.
4. Third‑Party Services We Use
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Website. Google Analytics collects information such as your IP address, pages visited, and time spent on pages. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt‑out browser add‑on.
4.2 Advertising Networks (Future Use)
We plan to apply to advertising networks such as Ezoic or Mediavine in the future. If approved, these networks may use cookies and similar technologies to display ads and measure performance. When this is implemented, we will update this Privacy Policy and, where required, request your consent before setting advertising cookies.
4.3 Affiliate Programs
We participate in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and potentially other affiliate programs in the future. Affiliate partners may use cookies or tracking links to record that you clicked a link on our Website and made a purchase on their platform.
4.4 Social Media and Other Tools
Our Website may include buttons or embeds from social platforms (for example, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or X). These services may collect data about your interaction with our content in accordance with their own privacy policies. We may also use performance, security, or SEO plugins that process limited technical data to help operate and protect the Website.
5. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and secure the Website.
- Respond to your questions and provide support.
- Analyze how visitors use the Website and improve our content and layout.
- Run and measure affiliate links and, in future, advertising placements.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
6. Affiliate Marketing Disclosure
K9Sphere participates in affiliate programs such as the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This means some links on our Website are affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
7. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data (GDPR)
For users in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, we process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Your consent (for example, when you accept analytics or advertising cookies).
- Our legitimate interests (such as improving the Website, preventing abuse, and maintaining security).
- Compliance with legal obligations.
8. Language of This Policy
This Privacy Policy is provided in English and is intended to be clear and easy to understand for our global audience.
9. Cookie Consent and Management
Where required by law, we will ask for your consent before using non‑essential cookies (such as analytics or advertising cookies). You can manage or delete cookies using your browser settings and, where available, dedicated cookie tools.
10. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
- Service providers that help us operate the Website (hosting, analytics, security, ad or affiliate networks).
- Public authorities when we are required to do so by law.
- Third parties in connection with a business transfer (such as a merger or sale of assets).
We do not sell your personal data. Any further sharing will only take place with your explicit consent or as required by law.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own (for example, where our hosting provider or Google’s servers are located). Where required, we use appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your data.
12. Data Retention
We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy:
- Contact inquiries: up to 3 years after we resolve your request.
- Analytics data: according to the retention settings in Google Analytics (typically up to 26 months).
- Cookies: for their individual lifetimes, which can range from the end of your session to up to 2 years.
13. Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Restrict or object to certain processing.
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within the time limits set by applicable law.
14. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.
15. Security Measures
We use technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data, including SSL/TLS encryption, security plugins, firewalls, and limited access to stored data. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
16. Data Breach Notification
If a data breach occurs that may pose a high risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant authorities without undue delay, in line with applicable laws.
17. Third‑Party Websites
Our Website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and recommend that you review their privacy policies.
18. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, provide additional notice. Please check this page periodically to stay informed.
19. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Contact Page: k9sphere.com/contact
20. Supervisory Authorities
If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
