Last Updated: 28 July 2026
Welcome to Bark for Change. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our platform to create, sign, and share petitions for dog welfare and related causes.
Information We Collect
When you use Bark for Change, we may collect the following information:
- Your name.
- Your email address.
- Your city, state, or country (if provided).
- Your comments or messages submitted with a petition.
- Information you provide when creating a petition.
- Technical information such as IP address, browser type, and device information.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to operate and improve the platform, including to:
- Verify signatures through email confirmation.
- Display verified supporter information where applicable.
- Deliver petitions to selected recipients once signature goals are reached.
- Communicate important updates regarding petitions.
- Prevent spam, abuse, and fraudulent activity.
- Improve the security and performance of our platform.
Email Verification
Every signature requires email verification. Your signature is only counted after you confirm your email address through the verification link sent to you.
Public Information
Depending on your privacy preferences, your name, city, and comments may appear publicly on the petition. Your email address will never be displayed publicly.
Petition Delivery
When a petition reaches its required signature goal, Bark for Change may deliver the petition, verified signatures, and supporting information to the individuals or organisations selected by the petition creator.
Communications
We may send emails related to:
- Email verification.
- Petition updates.
- Official responses.
- Important platform announcements.
You may unsubscribe from optional communications at any time.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, remember your preferences, analyse usage, and enhance your browsing experience.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or misuse. While we work hard to keep your data secure, no online service can guarantee complete security.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only when:
- It is necessary to deliver a petition.
- Required by law or legal process.
- Necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of our users or platform.
- Working with trusted service providers who help operate our platform.
Your Rights
You may request to:
- Access your personal information.
- Correct inaccurate information.
- Delete your personal information where legally permitted.
- Withdraw optional communications.
Third-Party Links
Petitions or other content may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.
Children’s Privacy
Bark for Change is not intended for children under the age required by applicable law to provide consent. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate permission.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with the updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us through the contact details provided on the Bark for Change website.