Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 10, 2025

At Madeira Velvet Paws (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, www.madeiravelvetpaws.com (the “Website”). By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information to respond to your inquiries about our cattery and kittens. The information we may collect includes:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, or other details you provide when using our contact form, WhatsApp, or social media to reach us.

• Automatically Collected Information: Non-personal data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data (e.g., pages visited) may be collected through cookies or similar technologies for analytics purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries about our Scottish and British cat breeds or kitten availability.

• Communicate with you via email, WhatsApp, or social media regarding your requests.

• Improve the Website’s functionality and user experience through analytics.

• Comply with legal obligations, such as GDPR for EU residents.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)

For users in the European Union, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Consent: When you provide your information through the contact form, you consent to its use for responding to your inquiry.

• Legitimate Interests: We may process non-personal data (e.g., analytics) to improve our Website and services.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

• To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests (e.g., from authorities).

• With service providers (e.g., website hosting or analytics providers) who act on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality agreements.

5. Data Storage and Security

• Your personal information is stored securely and retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill your inquiry or comply with legal requirements.

• We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

6. Your Rights (EU Users)

Under GDPR, EU residents have the following rights regarding their personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.

• Restriction: Request restriction of data processing in certain cases.

• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.

• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

• To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]

7. Cookies and Tracking

• The Website may use cookies or similar technologies to collect non-personal data for analytics (e.g., Google Analytics). You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

• We do not use cookies for targeted advertising or tracking across other websites.

8. International Data Transfers

• For users outside the EU (e.g., UK, USA), your data may be processed in Portugal, where our Website is hosted. We ensure appropriate safeguards for any data transfers in accordance with GDPR.

9. Third-Party Links

• The Website may contain links to social media platforms or other external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on the Website with the revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.

11. Contact Us

• If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

  • Email: [email protected]

  • WhatsApp: +351960004192

By using www.madeiravelvetpaws.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.