Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

At Forever Golden Retrievers, your privacy and trust are our top priorities. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we handle it. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, contact us, or engage with our services.

By visiting or using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. We encourage you to read it carefully to understand how your information is managed.

1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

As a family-run breeder, we understand the importance of trust and security. We treat your personal data with the same care and respect that we give to our Golden Retrievers. Our website is built to offer a safe, transparent, and enjoyable experience — from your first inquiry to welcoming your new puppy home.

We are fully committed to complying with applicable data protection laws and to safeguarding every bit of information you share with us.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal data to better serve you and provide high-quality service. This may include:

Personal Information

When you fill out our contact forms, request a quote, subscribe to updates, or send us an email, we may collect:

  • Your full name

  • Email address

  • Inquiry or message details

  • Preferences regarding puppies or adoption

Non-Personal Information

Our website automatically collects limited data through analytics and cookies, such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information (mobile or desktop)

  • IP address and general location

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

This helps us understand visitor behavior and improve site performance, without identifying individuals personally.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries and provide information about our puppies or services

  • To personalize your experience and tailor communication to your interests

  • To send updates, announcements, or promotional materials (only if you’ve opted in)

  • To manage website functionality and user experience

  • To comply with legal or regulatory obligations

Your data is never used for any purpose beyond what’s described in this policy.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Data

We collect and process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Your consent, when you voluntarily provide your information.

  • Contractual necessity, when processing is required to fulfill a service request.

  • Legitimate interest, for purposes such as customer support and improving our services.

  • Legal obligation, when necessary to comply with applicable laws or regulations.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve user experience.
Cookies help us understand visitor preferences, measure traffic, and optimize website performance.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but please note that some parts of the site may not function properly as a result.

We may also use trusted third-party analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to study website traffic patterns. These tools collect anonymous data only and do not personally identify you.

6. Protecting Your Data

We use secure systems, SSL encryption, and trusted hosting environments to protect your personal data.
Only authorized team members with legitimate business reasons have access to your information.

We continuously monitor our website to prevent unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration of data.

However, please note that no online transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive for absolute protection, we cannot guarantee complete security of your information.

7. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy completely — your personal data is never sold, traded, or shared with third parties for marketing or advertising.

We may share limited information only in the following cases:

  • With trusted service providers (such as email platforms or website hosts) who assist in running our operations.

  • When legally required by authorities to comply with investigations or legal proceedings.

  • To protect the rights, safety, and property of our company, clients, or community.

All service providers we work with follow strict confidentiality and data protection agreements.

8. Data Retention Policy

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.

Once the data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized from our systems.

9. Your Rights

You have complete control over your personal information. Under data protection regulations, you can:

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

  • Ask for corrections to inaccurate or outdated information

  • Request deletion of your personal data (“Right to be forgotten”)

  • Withdraw consent for communications or marketing

  • Object to data processing in certain circumstances

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
📧 info@forevergoldenretrievers.co.uk

We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and ensure your privacy preferences are respected.

10. Third-Party Websites

Our website may include links to social media pages (such as Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube) or other external websites.

Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party platforms. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal data.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are designed for adults and families looking to adopt or purchase a puppy.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, website features, or legal requirements.

All updates will be posted on this page with the revised date clearly shown. We encourage visitors to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect their information.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to us at:

📧 info@forevergoldenretrievers.co.uk

We’re here to answer your questions and ensure your experience with Forever Golden Retrievers remains safe, transparent, and trustworthy.