Privacy Policy

Your privacy and your pet's safety are our top priorities at Honeybear B&B.

Last Updated: January 22, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you use our services, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
  • Emergency Contact Information: Alternative contact details for emergency situations
  • Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and payment history
  • Account Information: Username, password, and account preferences
  • Communication Records: Emails, phone calls, and messages exchanged with our team

Pet Information

To provide the best care for your pet, we collect:

  • Pet Details: Name, breed, age, weight, medical conditions, and behavioral notes
  • Medical Records: Vaccination certificates, health certificates, and veterinary information
  • Care Preferences: Feeding schedules, exercise routines, and special requirements
  • Emergency Information: Veterinarian contact details and emergency procedures
  • Photos and Videos: Images of your pet during their stay for updates and safety monitoring

Technical Information

  • Website Usage: Pages visited, time spent, and interactions with our website
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, and device specifications
  • Camera Access: Live camera monitoring data when accessing our security cameras

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Service Provision

  • Providing dog boarding and care services
  • Managing bookings and reservations
  • Coordinating pickup and drop-off services
  • Maintaining health and safety records

Communication

  • Sending booking confirmations and updates
  • Providing daily reports and photos of your pet
  • Responding to inquiries and customer service requests
  • Sending important safety and policy updates

Business Operations

  • Processing payments and managing billing
  • Improving our services and customer experience
  • Conducting internal analytics and reporting
  • Ensuring compliance with local regulations

Safety and Security

  • Monitoring facility security through live cameras
  • Maintaining emergency contact procedures
  • Recording incidents and safety events
  • Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

Service Providers

  • Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal, or other payment service providers
  • Email Services: For sending notifications and updates
  • Cloud Storage: For secure data backup and storage
  • Veterinary Partners: In case of medical emergencies

Legal Requirements

  • When required by law or legal process
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety
  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of our customers
  • In case of emergency situations involving your pet

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, customer information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

Technical Safeguards

  • Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Secure Servers: Data is stored on secure, regularly updated servers
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Backups: Secure, encrypted backups of all data

Physical Safeguards

  • Secure facility access controls
  • Protected storage for physical documents
  • Surveillance monitoring of all areas
  • Regular security assessments

Administrative Safeguards

  • Employee training on data protection
  • Regular security policy reviews
  • Incident response procedures
  • Compliance monitoring and auditing

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

  • Request a copy of all personal information we hold about you
  • Receive your data in a portable, machine-readable format
  • Access your pet's care records and photos

Correction and Updates

  • Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Modify your communication preferences
  • Update your pet's care instructions and preferences

Deletion and Restriction

  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Restrict processing of your information for certain purposes
  • Object to certain types of data processing

Communication Preferences

  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Choose your preferred communication methods
  • Set frequency preferences for updates

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

  • Session management and security
  • User authentication and login
  • Shopping cart and booking functionality

Analytics Cookies

  • Website usage statistics and performance monitoring
  • User behavior analysis for service improvement
  • Error tracking and debugging

Preference Cookies

  • Remembering your login preferences
  • Customizing your dashboard experience
  • Saving your communication preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Sending email notifications to registered users
  • Displaying prominent notices on our website
  • Including information in our regular communications

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Honeybear B&B
123 Easton Park Dr
Austin, TX 78744
United States
Email: privacy@honeybearbnb.com
Phone: (512) 555-0123
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.

11. Compliance and Legal Framework

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

  • Texas State Laws: Texas Privacy Protection Act and related regulations
  • Federal Laws: COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) and other applicable federal privacy laws
  • Industry Standards: Best practices for pet care businesses and data protection
  • Local Regulations: Austin municipal requirements for pet boarding facilities