Website privacy policy

This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as the "Policy") defines the procedure for processing and protecting the personal data of users (hereinafter referred to as "Users") of the plant-related website (hereinafter referred to as the "Site"). The Policy is drafted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulates what data is collected, how it is used, stored, processed, and disclosed by the Site Administration (hereinafter referred to as the "Administration").

General provisions

1.1. This Policy is developed to ensure the protection of human and citizen rights and freedoms during the processing of personal data and to safeguard the confidentiality of such data.

1.2. The Site Administration processes Users' personal data for the purpose of functioning and improving the service, as well as for interacting with Users within the framework of the Site's activities.

1.3. The use of the Site means that the User agrees with the terms outlined in the Privacy Policy. If the User disagrees with the terms of the Policy, they must stop using the Site.

Personal data that may be processed

2.1. When visiting the Site and/or voluntarily providing data (registration, subscribing to newsletters, etc.), the following categories of personal data may be processed:

• User’s name (nickname, alias);
• Email address;
• Phone number (optional, for feedback);
• Mailing address (when participating in contests or receiving prizes);
• Other information that the User voluntarily provides in comments, feedback forms, etc.

2.2. Additionally, the Administration may automatically receive and process certain information about Users when visiting the Site:

• IP address;
• Browser type and version, operating system;
• Browser language settings;
• Date and time of access to pages;
• Cookies;
• Other technical information allowing the identification of the User, their device, and their actions on the Site.

Purposes of personal data processing

3.1. The Administration processes Users' personal data for the following purposes:

• Providing access to the functional capabilities of the Site;
• Customizing the Site's operation according to Users' preferences and interests (personalization of content);
• Improving content quality, developing new features;
• Sending informational and marketing newsletters (with the User’s consent);
• Responding to Users' requests and inquiries, as well as processing comments or feedback;
• Conducting surveys, contests, raffles;
• Complying with legal requirements and protecting the rights of the Administration, Users, and third parties.

Legal grounds for processing personal data

4.1. The processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with the User's consent provided when using the Site or filling out relevant forms (e.g., subscribing to newsletters).

4.2. Processing may also be carried out for the performance of a contract to which the User is a party or in compliance with legal requirements (e.g., in case of official requests from government bodies).

Transfer and disclosure of personal data

5.1. The Administration commits not to sell or transfer personal data to third parties without the User’s consent, except in cases where such transfer is necessary for:

• Complying with legal requirements;
• Fulfilling contractual obligations (e.g., organizing prize delivery or sending informational materials via mailing services);
• Protecting the rights and legitimate interests of the Administration or third parties (in case of the User violating the terms of use of the Site, abuse, etc.).

5.2. In the event of a reorganization, merger, acquisition, or sale of the Site to a third party, personal data may be transferred to the new owner, provided they continue to comply with the terms of this Policy or provide similar privacy protection.

Use of cookies

6.1. Cookies are small files stored on the User’s device containing information that allows the Site to recognize preferences and offer more relevant content.

6.2. The Administration uses cookies for:

• Storing Users' preferences and settings;
• Improving Site functionality;
• Analyzing visit statistics (via web analytics tools).

6.3. The User can disable cookies at any time through their browser settings, but this may limit some features of the Site.

Personal data security

7.1. The Administration takes technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unlawful or accidental access, destruction, alteration, blocking, and other unlawful actions.

7.2. Security measures include using secure connections (https), regularly updating server software, antivirus systems, restricting staff access to personal data, etc.

Retention period of personal data

8.1. Personal data is stored no longer than required by the processing purposes specified in Section 3 of this Policy.

8.2. Upon expiration of the storage period, personal data may be anonymized or destroyed in accordance with the internal regulations of the Administration and legal requirements.

User rights

9.1. The User has the right to:

• Request information about the processing of their personal data (what data is stored, how it is used);
• Request clarification, blocking, or deletion of their data if there are legal grounds;
• Withdraw consent for the processing of personal data by contacting the Administration (this may result in some Site functionality becoming unavailable);
• File complaints with authorized bodies if they believe their rights in personal data protection have been violated.

Links to third-party resources

10.1. The Site may contain links to third-party websites and services not controlled by the Administration. This Policy does not apply to these resources, and the Administration is not responsible for how personal data is processed on such websites.

10.2. It is recommended to review the privacy policy of third-party resources when clicking on external links.

Policy regarding children

11.1. The Site is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or other age set by local legislation) without parental or guardian consent.

11.2. The Administration does not knowingly collect or process personal data of children unless regulated by law or parental consent.

Changes and additions

12.1. The Administration reserves the right to make changes to this Policy unilaterally. The new version of the Policy comes into effect once it is published on the Site unless otherwise stated in the document itself.

12.2. The User is encouraged to periodically check the current version of the Privacy Policy on the Site.

Contact information

13.1. For any questions related to the terms of this Policy or the processing of personal data, Users may contact the Administration at the following email address: aboutplants.com@gmail.com.

13.2. A physical mailing address and other contact details (phone number, feedback form) may also be provided in the appropriate section of the Site.