1. Introduction
Welcome to SoCal White Shepherd Rescue Foundation.
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website, mobile applications, and services.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Name
Phone number
Email address
Vehicle information (for mobile app service-related interactions)
Location data (when using our mobile app features)
Photos (such as animals or vehicles)
Communication history (SMS, app activity, or inquiries)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide rescue-related services and updates
Manage appointments and service requests
Send estimates, approvals, and confirmations
Track and document animal rescue activity
Improve our app functionality and user experience
Communicate important updates related to your interactions
4. SMS Communication & Consent
By providing your phone number and agreeing to receive messages, you consent to receive SMS communications from SoCal White Shepherd Rescue Foundation.
These messages may include:
Appointment scheduling and confirmations
Estimate approvals and service updates
Rescue coordination or adoption-related communication
Follow-ups related to prior interactions
Message frequency: Varies based on your activity
Message & data rates: May apply based on your carrier
5. Opt-In Methods
You may opt in to receive SMS messages by:
Entering your phone number on our website and checking the consent box
Providing your phone number through our mobile application and confirming consent
Verbally agreeing during service interactions
Replying “YES” or similar confirmation to a message
6. Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out at any time by replying:
STOP to unsubscribe
HELP for assistance
After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages unless you opt in again.
7. Data Sharing & Privacy
We do NOT:
Sell your personal information
Share your data with third parties for marketing purposes
We may only share information when necessary to:
Provide services (e.g., messaging providers)
Comply with legal obligations
8. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:
Secure databases
Access controls
Limited data retention to what is necessary for operations
9. Mobile App Data Usage
Our mobile application may collect:
GPS location (for logging activity or services)
Camera access (for photos of animals or vehicles)
Stored data related to your interactions
This data is used strictly for app functionality and service improvement.
10. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Request access to your data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent at any time
To do so, contact us using the information below.
11. Contact Information
SoCal White Shepherd Rescue Foundation
Scwsrf@gmail.com
951 591-4190
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.