Last Updated 11/16/2025
TERMS OF SERVICE
Welcome to the official website of CLAWS – Cat Lives Are Worth Saving (“CLAWS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By using this website, you agree to the following terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
Use of Our Website.
You may use this site only for lawful, non-harmful purposes.
You agree NOT to:
- Attempt to disrupt site functionality
- Access restricted areas without authorization
- Scrape or harvest data using bots or automated tools
- Upload viruses or malicious code
- Harass, abuse, or threaten others through any site features
We may block access to the site at any time for misuse.
Intellectual Property
All text, graphics, photos, logos, documents, and digital content on this website are the property of CLAWS unless otherwise noted.
You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute any content without written permission, except for brief quotations used for educational or nonprofit purposes.
Links to Other Websites
Our site may link to third-party websites (donation processors, social platforms, etc.). We are not responsible for their content, policies, or security practices.
User Submissions
If you send us messages, form submissions, or uploaded content:
- You confirm you have the right to send it
- You grant us permission to use it to respond, operate our programs, or maintain records
Do not submit anything unlawful, harmful, or confidential.
Disclaimer
This website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.
We do not guarantee:
- uninterrupted access
- error-free content
- accuracy or completeness of information
Use of the site is at your own risk.
Limitation of Liability
CLAWS is not liable for damages resulting from:
- use or inability to use the site
- errors or omissions
- security breaches
- third-party actions
- loss of data
To the fullest extent permitted by Virginia and U.S. law.
Updates to Terms
We may revise these Terms without notice.
Continued use of the site means you accept the updated terms.
Contact Information
CLAWS – Cat Lives Are Worth Saving
55 Monk Street
Lebanon, VA 24266
Email: clawsva@gmail.com
PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy explains how CLAWS collects, uses, and protects your information.
Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide
When you interact with our site, you may provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Volunteer or foster form details
- Donation information (processed securely by our payment providers)
- Messages or inquiries
B. Information Collected Automatically
Our site may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser and device type
- Pages visited
- Basic analytics data
- Cookies for site performance
No sensitive personal data is collected without your consent.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Respond to messages or form submissions
- Provide volunteer, foster, or colony-care coordination
- Process donations (handled through trusted third-party processors)
- Improve the website and troubleshoot issues
- Send updates if you opt in
- Maintain organizational records
CLAWS does not sell or rent your personal information.
When We Share Information
We may share your information with:
- Payment processors (PayPal, Venmo, Stripe, etc.)
- Email and form service providers
- Law enforcement if required
- Volunteers strictly for operational purposes (e.g., coordinating colony care)
We do not share your information for advertising or marketing by outside companies.
Data Security
We use reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no online system is 100% secure. Please take appropriate precautions when submitting data online.
Your Choices
You may request at any time to:
- Access the information we have about you
- Correct or update your information
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of any future communications
Contact us at clawsva@gmail.com.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13. If you believe we have done so, contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We will post the new version with an updated date at the top of the page.
Contact Information
CLAWS – Cat Lives Are Worth Saving
55 Monk Street
Lebanon, VA 24266
Email: clawsva@gmail.com