Privacy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Access Veterinary Care (“AVC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information collected through our clinic, website, and payment systems. This policy is intended to meet Stripe platform requirements and applicable Indiana law.


Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Personal information: name, address, phone number, email
  • Payment information: processed securely through third-party processors (we do not store full card or bank details)
  • Pet and service information related to veterinary care
  • Basic technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type) from website use

How We Use Information

Information is used to:

  • Provide veterinary services and communicate with clients
  • Process payments and manage accounts
  • Meet legal, regulatory, and record-keeping requirements
  • Operate and improve clinic services

Photos & Educational Use

AVC may take photographs or videos of patients for medical documentation, educational purposes, or clinic communications (including social media).
When used publicly, these materials do not include client-identifying information. Client consent for this use is obtained during initial intake paperwork.


Payments & Third-Party Services

Payments are processed through Stripe and related payment providers. AVC does not directly store or process sensitive payment credentials.

Stripe’s privacy practices are available at:
https://stripe.com/privacy


Information Sharing

We do not sell personal information.

Information may be shared only:

  • With service providers (e.g., payment processors) as necessary to operate the clinic
  • To comply with legal obligations under Indiana or federal law
  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of AVC, our staff, clients, or patients

Data Security & Retention

We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal information. Data is retained only as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal requirements.


Your Rights

You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us directly.


Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to minors, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.


Updates

This policy may be updated periodically. The current version will always be posted on our website.


Contact

Access Veterinary Care
info@accessvetcare.com