Last Updated: June 1, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to PawPulse : Pet Care ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

2. Information We Collect

In accordance with data minimization principles, we only collect the essential information required to provide our services:

• Account Information: Your first and last name, email address, and account credentials used for sign-up and login. We do not require or collect your phone number for registration.
• Pet & Appointment Information: Data regarding your pets (such as name, breed, age) and veterinary appointment details, notes, or history submitted directly by you through the App.
• Photos and User-Generated Content: If you choose to use the "Memories" feature, you may upload photos of your pet (which may optionally include images of yourself). We collect and store these images solely to provide this specific feature within your account. We will request explicit permission to access your device's camera or photo library before any image upload occurs.
• Device & Usage Data: IP address, operating system, device model, and basic in-app interaction data to ensure the App functions correctly.
• Location Data: With your explicit permission, we collect your device's location (precise or coarse) to fetch local weather data and provide personalized, weather-based care recommendations for your pet, such as hydration reminders.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Create and secure your user account.
• Facilitate and manage veterinary appointments for your pet.
• Provide the "Memories" photo feature.
• Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries.
• Send administrative information, such as appointment reminders and policy updates.

4. US State Privacy Rights (CCPA Compliance)

If you are a resident of California or other states with applicable privacy laws, you have specific rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Know: You can request details about the personal data we collect and how we use it.