Privacy Notice
PRIVACY NOTICE
Last Updated: April 9, 2025
DOG SOLUTION ORG. (hereinafter, “the Organization,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a legally constituted entity dedicated to the conservation of the Spanish Greyhound (“Galgo Español”) and operator of the website https:// dogsolution.org (the “Site”), hereby provides this Privacy Notice to inform Users (hereinafter, “you” or “your”) of our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of Personal Data. This Notice complies with global data protection regulations, including the GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable laws. By accessing or using the Site or Services, you irrevocably consent to the terms herein.
- LEGAL DEFINITIONS
For interpretive clarity, capitalized terms shall have the meanings below:
- Personal Data: Information that identifies or relates to a natural person (e.g., name, email, wallet addresses, transaction records).
- Controller: The Organization, which determines the purposes and means of Processing Personal Data.
- Processing: Any operation performed on Personal Data (e.g., collection, storage, blockchain validation).
- NFT: Non-fungible tokens issued under standards such as ERC-721 or ERC-1155, certifying ownership of digital assets linked to the Galgo Español.
- Third-Party Platforms: External services (e.g., Ethereum, Polygon, payment gateways) integrated with the Site.
- Data Subject Rights: Rights to access, rectify, delete, or restrict Processing of Personal Data under applicable laws.
- PERSONAL DATA SUBJECT TO PROCESSING
We Process the following categories of Personal Data:
- Identification Data: Full name, username, date of birth (for age verification), government-issued ID (where required).
- Contact Data: Email address, social media handles, wallet addresses (e.g., MetaMask).
- Financial Data: Payment details (e.g., credit card numbers, bank accounts), transaction history for NFT purchases (/nft-collection) and physical products (/store).
- Technical Data: IP address, device identifiers, browser type, geolocation, blockchain transaction hashes.
- User Content: Comments (/blog), community posts (/nalaiza), NFT metadata, and gameplay activity (/game).
- Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected via cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (see Section VI).
Sensitive Data: We do not Process sensitive data (e.g., health information, racial origin).
III. PURPOSES OF PROCESSING
- Primary Purposes
Processing necessary to fulfill contractual and legal obligations:
- Create and manage User Accounts for Site access and NFT ownership.
- Deliver educational materials (/blog, /about) about Galgo Español welfare and responsible ownership.
- Organize workshops, campaigns, and community events to combat abandonment and abuse.
- Process adoption applications and veterinary care records for rescued Galgos.
- Coordinate with shelters, veterinarians, and volunteers to provide medical treatment and rehoming services.
- Facilitate NFT minting, sales, and transfers on blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum).
- Process purchases of physical/digital products (/store) and distribute charitable proceeds.
- Provide customer support for transactions, refunds, and technical issues.
- Enforce compliance with age restrictions and anti-fraud measures.
- Validate NFT ownership and resolve disputes via smart contracts.
- Secondary Purposes
Processing based on legitimate interests or consent:
- Analyze User behavior to improve Site functionality and NFT collections.
- Deliver targeted advertisements for new NFTs, products, or charitable campaigns.
- Share educational content (/blog) and updates about Galgo Español conservation efforts.
- Generate anonymized reports for transparency in charitable fund allocation.
Opt-Out: To object to Secondary Purposes, email info@dogsolution.org with the subject line “Opt-Out Request.”
- DATA TRANSFERS AND BLOCKCHAIN DISCLOSURES
We transfer Personal Data to:
Recipient | Purpose | Legal Basis |
Blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum) | Immutable recording of NFT transactions. | Contractual necessity. |
Payment processors (e.g., Stripe) | Facilitate purchases of NFTs and physical products. | Legitimate interests. |
Cloud providers (e.g., AWS) | Hosting and storage of Site data. | Contractual necessity. |
Charitable partners | Allocation of funds to Galgo Español rescue efforts (anonymized data only). | Legal obligation. |
Blockchain Note: NFT transactions are permanently recorded on public ledgers. Once validated, data cannot be altered or erased.
- COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
- Types of Cookies:
- Essential: Enable core functionalities (e.g., shopping cart retention, NFT authentication).
- Analytical: Monitor traffic patterns via Google Analytics.
- Advertising: Serve personalized ads for NFTs and /store products.
- Consent Management: Adjust cookie preferences via browser settings or the Site’s cookie banner.
- DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS
Under GDPR, CCPA, and other laws, you may:
- Access/Portability: Request a copy of your Personal Data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccuracies in NFT ownership records or account details.
- Erasure: Delete Personal Data (excluding immutable blockchain data).
- Restriction/Objection: Limit Processing for Secondary Purposes.
To Exercise Rights: Submit a verified request to info@dogsolution.org with:
- Full name and User Account/NFT wallet address.
- Specific right(s) exercised.
- Government-issued ID for identity verification.
We will respond within 30 days.
VII. SECURITY MEASURES
We implement:
- Technical Safeguards: SSL/TLS encryption, blockchain hashing, multi-factor authentication for wallet access.
- Administrative Protocols: Regular audits, staff training on data protection, and incident response plans.
- Physical Security: Restricted access to data centers housing server infrastructure.
Report breaches or vulnerabilities to info@dogsolution.org.
VIII. DATA RETENTION
We retain Personal Data:
- For the duration of your User Account or NFT ownership.
- Up to 5 years post-account closure for legal/compliance purposes.
- Blockchain transaction data is retained indefinitely per network protocols.
- UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE
Material changes (e.g., new data Processing activities) will be notified via Site banners or email. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
Data Protection Officer
Email: info@dogsolution.org
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This Privacy Notice supersedes all prior versions and is governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where DOG SOLUTIONS ORG is located.