Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

 

UPCA may collect the following types of information:

 

Personal Information

    •    Name

    •    Email address

    •    Phone number

    •    Mailing address

 

Cat & Registration Information

    •    Cat name, breed, color, sex, and date of birth

    •    Breeder and cattery information

    •    Parent (sire/dam) information

    •    Registration numbers from other registries (if applicable)

 

Uploaded Materials

    •    Photographs of cats

    •    Registration papers or pedigrees

    •    Supporting documents submitted for registration or approval

 

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How We Use Your Information

 

Information collected by UPCA is used solely for legitimate registry purposes, including:

    •    Processing cat, litter, transfer, and mitten registration applications

    •    Verifying documentation and pedigrees

    •    Communicating with applicants regarding registration status

    •    Maintaining internal registry records

    •    Issuing certificates and registration numbers

 

UPCA does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

 

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Approval & Review Process

 

Some registration types (including Mitten Registration) require manual review. Information and images submitted may be reviewed internally to determine eligibility for registration. Approval is at the discretion of the UPCA Registry Administrator.

 

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Data Storage & Security

 

UPCA takes reasonable steps to protect submitted information. Data is stored electronically and accessed only by authorized registry personnel.

 

While we strive to safeguard personal data, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. By submitting information, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

 

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Sharing of Information

 

UPCA will only share personal information when:

    •    Required by law, or

    •    Necessary to complete registry services requested by the applicant

 

Public-facing documents (such as registration certificates or pedigrees) may display:

    •    Cat name

    •    Breed

    •    Registration number

    •    Breeder and/or cattery name

 

Owner contact information is never made public.

 

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Children’s Privacy

 

UPCA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us and we will remove it.

 

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Changes to This Policy

 

UPCA reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page and take effect immediately upon publication.