Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 2025
Business Name: Dachshund Lovers Pty Ltd
Website: https://dachshundloversshop.com
Contact Email: info@dachshundloversshop.com

Dachshund Lovers Pty Ltd (“Dachshund Lovers,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding personal data.

This Policy applies to all personal data collected through our website, affiliated platforms, online store, and related digital services.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, postal address, and payment information when you:

Place an order through our online store
Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing emails
Submit a contact form or comment on our blog
Create an account or profile on the website

Passwords are encrypted and never visible to us.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

IP address
Browser type and operating system
Referring website and pages viewed
Date, time, and duration of visits
Clicks and navigation paths

This information helps us understand user behaviour and improve performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

Operate and maintain our website and eCommerce store
Process and deliver orders
Send newsletters, promotional updates, or administrative communications
Respond to inquiries and comments
Track and analyse site usage, affiliate links, and ad performance
Detect, prevent, and address fraud or unauthorised activity
Comply with applicable laws and regulations

You may opt out of promotional emails at any time by following the “unsubscribe” link in each message.

3. Affiliate Marketing and Third-Party Advertising

Dachshund Lovers participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, which allows us to earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through referral links.

Affiliate programs use cookies to track visits and sales. These cookies are managed by third-party partners and are subject to their own privacy policies.

We may also display third-party advertisements through networks such as Google, Meta, or Mediavine. These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to serve relevant ads.

To learn more about managing or opting out of interest-based advertising, visit:

4. Service Providers

We may share limited information with trusted third parties who help us operate our business, including:

Printful – for product fulfilment, order processing, and shipping
Payload CMS – for website hosting and content management
MailerLite – for newsletter and email communication
Google Analytics – for performance and traffic analysis
Payment gateways (Shopify Payments, PayPal) – for secure transactions

Each third party is permitted to process data only as necessary to perform its service and must comply with applicable data protection laws.

5. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Australia, including the United States and the European Union, through third-party providers such as Printful, Payload, and MailerLite.

We ensure such transfers comply with applicable privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) by using contractual safeguards or certified frameworks.

6. Blog Comments and Publicly Visible Information

If you leave a comment on our blog, your name and comment may be visible to others. Your email address will never be displayed publicly.

We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove comments that contain spam, offensive language, or violate our community standards.

7. Anonymous Data

We may use aggregated or anonymised data (which does not identify you personally) for analytics, marketing, and business insight.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Restrict or object to data processing
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@dachshundloversshop.com.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

10. Security

We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no online method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

11. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review each site’s privacy policy when leaving ours.

12. Product Purchases

Orders placed through our website are processed via Printful and related payment gateways. Dachshund Lovers does not store payment card details. Shipping, delivery, and product-related data are managed under Printful’s privacy practices.

13. Children’s Information

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

14. Copyright Notice

All text, photographs, graphics, and other content published on this website are the exclusive property of Dachshund Lovers Pty Ltd or used under licence.

No part of this website may be reproduced, distributed, or republished in whole or in part without written permission.

15. Disclaimer

All content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.

We are not veterinarians or medical professionals. Our guides, articles, and recommendations are based on personal experience, independent research, and community knowledge.

Always consult a qualified veterinarian or medical professional for advice specific to your dachshund’s health or behaviour. Dachshund Lovers Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for actions taken based on content found here.

16. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our operations, technology, or legal obligations. The latest version will always be posted on this page.

17. Cookie Policy

a. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember preferences, improve performance, and personalise your experience.

b. How We Use Cookies

Dachshund Lovers uses cookies and similar technologies to:

Enable essential website functions (like shopping cart and checkout)
Analyse site performance and visitor behaviour
Remember user preferences and region
Improve page speed and functionality
Track affiliate links and advertising effectiveness
Serve relevant ads through platforms like Google or Mediavine

Cookies may be set by Dachshund Lovers (“first-party cookies”) or by third-party partners such as Printful, Payload, Google Analytics, and MailerLite (“third-party cookies”).

c. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies – Required for basic site functions.
Performance Cookies – Help us understand usage and fix errors.
Functional Cookies – Remember preferences and settings.
Advertising Cookies – Used by third-party partners for relevant ads and affiliate tracking.

d. Managing Cookies

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or remove cookies, though doing so may impact your experience.

For more information on managing cookies:

e. Cookie Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this section. A cookie banner may appear on your first visit, allowing you to manage your preferences.

f. Updates

We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be included in this Privacy Policy.

18. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Dachshund Lovers Pty Ltd Sydney, Australia
Email: info@dachshundloversshop.com