Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to GreenNookGarden ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out forms on our website
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us via email or contact form
• Participate in surveys or promotions
• Comment on our articles or interact with our content

The personal information we collect may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Demographic information (age, location, interests)
• User-generated content (comments, reviews, feedback)
• Preferences and communication preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing actions, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Click patterns and browsing behavior

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data that may include an anonymous unique identifier.

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect or receive for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our services: Including content delivery, user support, and website functionality
• To communicate with you: Sending newsletters, updates, marketing materials, and responding to inquiries
• To improve our website: Analyzing usage patterns and user feedback to enhance user experience
• To personalize content: Tailoring recommendations and content based on your interests
• To monitor and analyze: Understanding how users interact with our website
• To prevent fraud: Detecting and preventing unauthorized access or activities
• To comply with legal obligations: Meeting regulatory requirements and legal requests

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Email marketing and communication services
• Analytics and data analysis
• Payment processing (if applicable)
• Customer support services

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage and backup systems
• Employee training on data protection

However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.

6.2 Correction and Update

You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

6.3 Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., legal obligations).

6.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails
• Contacting us directly at info@greennookgarden.com
• Adjusting your preferences in your account settings

6.5 Object to Processing

You have the right to object to certain types of processing of your personal information, including processing for direct marketing purposes.

6.6 Withdraw Consent

Where we rely on your consent to process your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information from our systems.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, and services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Third-party links on our site may include:

• Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube)
• Product vendors and affiliates
• Content sharing services
• Analytics and advertising partners

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ.

If you are located outside the United States and choose to provide information to us, please note that we transfer the data, including personal information, to the United States and process it there.

We will take appropriate steps to ensure that transfers of personal information are in accordance with applicable law and carefully managed to protect your privacy rights and interests.

10. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it. Retention periods may vary based on:

• The nature and sensitivity of the information
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• The purposes for which we process the information
• Business and operational needs

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected
• Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sale of your personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@greennookgarden.com.

12. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You have given explicit consent for processing
• Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you
• Legal Obligation: We must comply with legal requirements
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in your country.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, and other factors.

We will notify you of any significant changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending you an email notification (for material changes)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of our website after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

For specific privacy-related requests, please include:

• Your full name and contact information
• A clear description of your request
• Any relevant account information
• Verification of your identity (if required)

15. Cookie Policy

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Here's what you need to know:

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.