Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 13, 2026
IHateYourPet.com ("we", "us", "our") operates this website. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.
What we collect
- Account information — your username, email address, and hashed password when you register.
- Content you post — text, titles, and images you submit through the rant form.
- Usage data — your IP address at time of registration (used to prevent spam), and standard server logs (page requests, timestamps, browser type).
- Votes and reports — records of posts you have voted on or reported.
- Session cookie — a single session cookie to keep you logged in. No tracking cookies.
How we use it
- To provide and operate the site (login, displaying your posts, etc.).
- To prevent spam, bots, and abuse.
- To moderate content submitted through the platform.
- We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
- In the future, we may display third-party ads (e.g. Google AdSense), which may set their own cookies. We will update this policy if that changes.
Data retention
Your account and posted content are retained for as long as your account exists. You may request deletion of your account by contacting us.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@ihateyourpet.com.
Security
Passwords are hashed using bcrypt and never stored in plain text. We use HTTPS to encrypt data in transit.
Children
This site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
Contact
Questions? Email privacy@ihateyourpet.com.