Privacy Policy

Last updated October 19, 2025

Who we are

Joyfolk Pets is operated by Joyfolk Studio LLC, a Washington-based company focused on pet wellness, lifestyle, and education. Our Site is operated in the United States; if you access it from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. Our website address is https://www.joyfolkpets.com.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, join our email list, or interact with our digital platforms.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in the following ways:

  • Comments: When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comment form along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.
  • Information you provide: When you sign up for newsletters, request a download or freebie, contact us through a form, or leave a comment, we collect your name, email address, and any information you voluntarily share.
  • Automatic data collection: We use common tools and technologies (such as analytics and advertising pixels) to gather information like your IP address, browser type, time spent on pages, and how you interact with our site.
  • Cookies: We use cookies to improve site performance, remember preferences, and analyze engagement. You can adjust your cookie settings in your browser at any time.
  • Server logs: Our hosting provider may temporarily collect technical logs (e.g., IP address, browser type, and error data) for maintenance and security.

How We Use Your Information

  • Send newsletters, updates, and resources you’ve requested
  • Improve website performance and content
  • Respond to messages and inquiries
  • Monitor engagement through analytics
  • Detect spam, prevent fraud, and maintain security
  • Comply with legal requirements

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They help us analyze site traffic and understand how users interact with content. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly.

We may use trusted third-party services for analytics, email delivery, website hosting, and security. These service providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only to support our services.

We use a cookie-consent tool that allows you to manage preferences; some cookies are necessary for core functionality.

Some browsers send “Do Not Track” signals. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT requests.

This site uses Google reCAPTCHA to help protect against spam and abuse. reCAPTCHA collects certain hardware and software information, such as device and application data, and sends it to Google for security analysis. Use of reCAPTCHA is subject to the Google Privacy Policy and Google Terms of Service

Embedded content from other websites

Articles and pages may include embedded content (e.g., videos, social media posts, or images). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the originating website directly, which may collect data about you or use cookies according to their own policies.

Data Retention

  • Comments: Retained indefinitely for moderation history.
  • Email subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
  • Contact form submissions: Retained as needed to respond to inquiries, then deleted.

How We Share Your Data

We only share your personal information when necessary to operate our website and deliver requested services. This may include:

  • Service providers: We work with trusted third-party companies that assist with email delivery, analytics, hosting, or security. These providers only receive the data needed to perform their services and are required to keep it confidential.
  • Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights and safety of Joyfolk Studio LLC, our users, or others.
  • Aggregate or non-personal data: We may share non-identifiable information (such as general analytics) to understand audience trends, but this cannot be used to identify individual visitors.
  • Affiliate Partners: We may work with affiliate partners to track referrals or purchases made through links on our Site. These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to recognize when you visit their websites after clicking a link from Joyfolk Pets. This information is used only to confirm referrals and does not include personal details beyond what’s necessary for tracking and attribution.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent to email communications at any time

To make a request, email privacy@joyfolkpets.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and delete your data unless we are legally required to retain it.

Data Security

We use secure hosting, SSL encryption, and password-protected systems to safeguard your data. However, no method of internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

Children’s Privacy

Our content is intended for adult pet owners. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our practices or applicable laws evolve. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Language

This Privacy Policy is written in English. Any translation provided for convenience shall not modify its meaning; if differences arise, the English version controls.

Contact

If you have any questions or privacy-related requests, please reach out to:
Joyfolk Studio LLC
Email: hello@joyfolkpets.com
Location: Washington, United States