Privacy Policy​

Last updated: November 24, 2025

Last Updated: November 24, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how GoBobby CommV, operating as SocialDogNetwork.com, collects, processes, stores, and protects your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Identity of the Data Controller

GoBobby CommV – Social Dog Network
Legal Representative: Philippe Dhont
Address: Krekenstraat 24, 8380 Dudzele, Belgium
Website: https://socialdognetwork.com

We are the Data Controller (“we”, “us”, “our”) responsible for processing your personal data.
We are not legally required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO). You may contact our Privacy Manager using the contact information above.

2. Definitions (GDPR/AVG)

  • Personal Data – Information that identifies, relates to, or can be associated with an identifiable natural person.
  • Processing – Any operation performed on personal data, such as collecting, storing, modifying, or deleting it.
  • Registered Users – Individuals who create an account or submit listings.
  • Visitors – Individuals who browse the website without registering.

3. Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following categories of data:

A. Identification Data
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Address
    Source: Registration form / user input
    Purpose: Account creation, communication, listing management
B. Profile Data
  • Username
  • Profile photo
  • Social media profile information (if using social login)
    Purpose: Personalization, community functionality
C. Location Data
  • User-entered addresses for listings
  • IP addresses
    Purpose: GeoDirectory functionality, location-based searches, server security
D. Financial Data

Processed exclusively by Mollie.com or its payment methods (PayPal, Stripe, iDEAL, Apple Pay, Google Pay).
We do not store card numbers or bank details.

E. Usage & Technical Data
  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Date/time stamp
  • Cookies
    Source: Server logs, analytics
    Purpose: Security, performance monitoring, analytics

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We process your data under the following GDPR legal grounds:

Processing ActivityLegal Basis
Account creation & managementPerformance of a contract
Listing creation & directory services (GeoDirectory)Performance of a contract
Payment handlingPerformance of a contract
AnalyticsConsent
Cookie-based marketingConsent
Security, fraud prevention, server logsLegitimate interest
Legal obligations (tax, accounting)Compliance with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Processors

We never sell or rent your personal data.
Your data may be shared with trusted partners who process data on our behalf:

A. Hosting Provider

Hosting provider based in EU
Stores website files, databases, and server logs on servers located in Europe.

B. Email Services

Emails sent through our domain are processed via our own computing systems.

C. Payment Processor

Mollie.com (EU-based, GDPR compliant)
Uses the following services for transactions:

  • PayPal
  • Stripe
  • iDEAL
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

We do not store any sensitive payment data.

D. Analytics

Google Analytics
Some data may be transferred outside the EU.
Transfers occur using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure GDPR compliance.

E. Mapping & Geolocation

Google Maps API
Used to display listings and maps.
Each processor has a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) and meets GDPR standards.

6. International Data Transfers

Some third-party services (e.g., Google) may process data in countries outside the EEA.
When data is transferred to a non-EEA country, we ensure GDPR-compliant safeguards such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Additional security measures
  • EU-approved data protection frameworks

7. Data Retention Policy

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:

Type of DataRetention Period
Account dataAs long as account is active
Listings & profile infoUntil deleted by user
Server logs12 months (security)
Support emails24 months
Analytics data14 months (Google default)
Payment records7 years (Belgian accounting law)

You may request deletion of your account at any time.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use the following categories of cookies:

A. Essential Cookies

Necessary for security, login, and core functionality.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest

B. Functional Cookies

Improve user experience.
Legal basis: Consent

C. Analytics Cookies

Used by Google Analytics for traffic measurement.
Legal basis: Consent

D. Marketing Cookies

Only placed with explicit consent.
You can manage your preferences at any time using our Cookie Consent Banner.

9. Your GDPR Rights

You have the following rights:

  • Right of access
  • Right to rectification
  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent
  • Right to lodge a complaint with Gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit (Belgium) or your local authority.

To exercise any right, contact us via the contact form on the homepage https://socialdognetwork.com

10. Children’s Data

This website is not intended for children under 16 years old.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
If you believe a minor has provided personal data, contact us to have it removed.

11. Security Measures

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • SSL/HTTPS encryption
  • Firewalls
  • Access restrictions
  • Regular software updates
  • Monitoring for suspicious activity
  • Encrypted backups
  • Strict server isolation on Contabo VPS

No system is 100% secure, but we continuously improve our protections.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in legislation or our services.
Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or GDPR requests:
Email: contact us via the contact form on the homepage https://SocialDogNetwork.com
Postal address: Krekenstraat 24, 8380 Dudzele, Belgium
Website: https://socialdognetwork.com

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