Last Updated: 16-07-2025

Introduction

Garden Cure (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users’ personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [www.gardencure.com] (the “Website”) and use our services. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

This policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our Website, including those who read our blog posts, product reviews, and interact with our content.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

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

  • Subscribe to our newsletter or email updates
  • Create an account on our Website
  • Submit comments on blog posts or reviews
  • Contact us through our contact forms or email
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
  • Request customer support or technical assistance

This information may include:

  • Name and email address
  • Username and password for account creation
  • Contact information (phone number, mailing address)
  • Demographic information (age, location, gardening experience level)
  • Communication preferences
  • Any other information you choose to provide in comments or communications

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns through cookies and similar technologies:

Device Information:

  • IP address and approximate geographic location
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Screen resolution and display settings

Usage Information:

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring websites and search terms
  • Click-through rates and user interactions
  • Date and time of visits
  • Files downloaded or accessed

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather information about how you use our Website. These technologies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Provide personalized content recommendations
  • Analyze Website traffic and user behavior
  • Deliver targeted advertisements
  • Improve Website functionality and performance

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various legitimate business purposes, including:

Service Provision and Improvement

  • Providing and maintaining our Website and services
  • Personalizing your experience and content recommendations
  • Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
  • Processing newsletter subscriptions and email communications
  • Analyzing user behavior to improve our content and user experience

Communication

  • Sending you newsletters, gardening tips, and updates about new content
  • Notifying you about changes to our services or policies
  • Responding to your comments and questions
  • Sending promotional materials about gardening products (with your consent)

Analytics and Research

  • Conducting analytics to understand user preferences and behavior
  • Performing research to improve our content quality and relevance
  • Generating statistical reports about Website usage
  • Identifying trends in gardening interests and product preferences

Legal and Security

  • Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Protecting against fraud, spam, and abuse
  • Enforcing our Terms of Service and other agreements
  • Maintaining the security and integrity of our Website

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website and conducting our business, including:

  • Email marketing platforms (for newsletter distribution)
  • Analytics services (such as Google Analytics)
  • Content management systems and hosting providers
  • Customer support platforms
  • Security and fraud prevention services

These service providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Affiliate Partners

As a review website, we may participate in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on product links or make purchases through our affiliate links, we may receive commission payments. However, we do not share your personal information with these affiliate partners unless required for transaction processing.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Court orders, subpoenas, or legal processes
  • Requests from law enforcement or government agencies
  • Situations involving potential threats to public safety
  • Investigations of fraud or other illegal activities

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity, subject to the same privacy protections outlined in this policy.

Data Security

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

  • Secure server infrastructure and data encryption
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Employee training on data protection practices
  • Incident response procedures for security breaches

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Delete your account and associated personal information
  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time
  • Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

Cookie Management

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may limit certain Website functionality and personalization features.

Data Retention

We 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 by law. Account information is typically retained until you request deletion, while analytics data may be retained for longer periods in anonymized form.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit, as their practices may differ from ours.

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 we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries with different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our Website and updating the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our Website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

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

Email: admin@gardencure.com

We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and transparently. Thank you for trusting Garden Cure with your personal information.