Privacy Policy
Last updated June 11 2025
1. Information We Collect
| Category | Examples | Collected when… |
|---|---|---|
| Identifiers | Name, email address, IP address | You create an account, subscribe, leave a review, or contact us |
| Usage data | Pages viewed, links clicked, referral URL, browser type | Automatically while you browse the site |
| Location data | Approximate city/region (from IP) | Used for analytics and map features |
| User-generated content | Reviews, photos, comments | You voluntarily post or upload content |
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and improve the site – display gardens, process searches, personalize content.
- Communicate with you – respond to inquiries and send newsletters you request.
- Analytics and security – understand traffic patterns and protect the site.
- Legal compliance – enforce our Terms of Service and meet legal obligations.
3. Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use first- and third-party cookies, pixels, and local storage to remember preferences, perform analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), and measure referral traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser; some features may stop working.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We share it only with:
- Service providers (hosting, analytics, email) bound by confidentiality.
- Legal reasons – to comply with law or protect rights and safety.
- Business transfers – if we merge, sell, or reorganize the business.
5. International Data Transfers
Our servers and service providers may be in the United States, the European Economic Area, or other jurisdictions. By using the site you consent to these transfers. When required, we rely on standard contractual clauses or similar safeguards.
6. Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes in this policy, unless a longer period is required by law.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to processing of your personal data, and to receive a portable copy. To exercise these rights, email [email protected].
8. Security
We use HTTPS, encryption at rest, access controls, and regular backups to protect data. No website is 100 % secure, so please transmit information with care.
9. Third-Party Links
Our site links to external websites (e.g., ticket vendors, maps). We are not responsible for their privacy practices—review their policies before sharing data.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will appear here with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the site means you accept the changes.
11. Contact Us
We operate remotely and do not maintain a public postal office.
Email: [email protected]
By using FindBotanicalGardens.com you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.