Privacy policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 28, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how elitedoggear.com (the “Site”) collects, uses, and shares personal information when you visit or make a purchase.

Personal Information Collected

1. Device Information

Automatically collected when visiting the Site:

  • Web browser version

  • IP address

  • Time zone

  • Cookie data

  • Pages viewed

  • Search terms

  • Interaction data

Purpose:

  • Operate and optimize the Site

  • Analytics and performance monitoring

  • Fraud prevention

Collected through cookies, log files, web beacons, tags, and pixels.

Shared with:

  • Shopify

  • Analytics providers such as Google

2. Order Information

Collected when placing an order:

  • Name

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Payment details (processed securely through Shopify and payment processors)

Purpose:

  • Process and fulfill orders

  • Communicate about purchases

  • Prevent fraud

  • Provide customer support

Payment information is processed securely and not stored directly on this Site.

Sharing Personal Information

Personal information may be shared with:

  • Shopify (store platform and payment processing)

  • Shipping carriers

  • Payment processors

  • Analytics providers

  • Advertising partners (where applicable)

Information may also be disclosed when required by law or to protect legal rights.

Behavioral Advertising

Personal information may be used for targeted advertising through services such as:

  • Google Analytics

  • Meta (Facebook/Instagram) advertising

  • Other digital advertising platforms

Users may opt out of targeted advertising through:

  • Google Ads Settings

  • Facebook Ad Preferences

  • Digital Advertising Alliance (optout.aboutads.info)

Cookies

Cookies are used to:

  • Enable store functionality

  • Process checkout

  • Remember preferences

  • Analyze performance

  • Support advertising efforts

Users may control cookies through browser settings. Blocking cookies may impact Site functionality.

International Data Transfers

Personal information may be processed in the United States, Canada, Ireland, or other jurisdictions where Shopify or service providers operate.

By using the Site, you consent to such transfers.

Data Retention

Order information is retained for business, tax, and legal compliance purposes unless a deletion request is submitted and retention is not legally required.

Your Rights

U.S. Residents (Including California and Other State Privacy Laws)

Depending on the state of residence, you may have the right to:

  • Access personal information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion

  • Opt out of targeted advertising or data sharing

  • Receive information about data use practices

Requests may be submitted to:
Christine@elitedoggear.com

Identity verification may be required before processing requests.

EEA / UK Residents (GDPR)

Residents of the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom may have rights to:

  • Access

  • Rectification

  • Erasure

  • Data portability

  • Restriction of processing

  • Objection to processing

Requests may be submitted to the email address above.

Minors

The Site is not intended for individuals under 18. Personal information from minors is not knowingly collected.

Do Not Track

The Site does not alter data collection practices in response to “Do Not Track” browser signals.

Changes

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes.

Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests:

Christine@elitedoggear.com

Mailing Address:
Elite Dog Gear
P.O. Box 397
Willow, Alaska 99688
United States