Privacy Policy

Overview

PlantAtlas (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates https://plantatlas.co. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using PlantAtlas, you agree to the practices described here.

Information We Collect

We do not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it (for example, by emailing us). When you browse PlantAtlas, we may automatically collect:

• Usage data — pages visited, referring URL, browser type, device type, and approximate geographic location derived from your IP address. This data is aggregated and not linked to any individual.
• Cookies — small text files placed by your browser. We use first-party cookies for site functionality and third-party cookies for analytics. See the Cookies section below.

Cookies

PlantAtlas uses the following types of cookies:

• Analytics cookies — we use Google Analytics (or a privacy-preserving alternative) to understand how visitors interact with the site. Analytics data is aggregated. Google Analytics may set cookies in your browser. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Affiliate cookies— when you click an Amazon affiliate link, Amazon places cookies in your browser to track referrals and calculate commissions. This is governed by Amazon's privacy policy, not ours.
• Preference cookies — if you set a site preference (such as display mode), we store it locally in your browser.

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Blocking all cookies may affect site functionality.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to operate and improve PlantAtlas: understand which content is useful, diagnose technical issues, and measure overall traffic. We do not sell personal information to third parties. We do not build advertising profiles.

Email

If you email us at [email protected], we use your email address only to reply to your message. We do not add you to any mailing list or share your address with third parties.

Amazon Affiliate Links

PlantAtlas is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Amazon's collection and use of your data is governed by the Amazon Privacy Notice.

Children's Privacy

PlantAtlas is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

Third-Party Services

PlantAtlas may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies before submitting any personal information.

Your Rights

Depending on where you reside, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. To make such a request, contact us at [email protected].

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of PlantAtlas after a change constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact

Questions about this policy: [email protected]