vPlantCare.com Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 14, 2025
We are the representatives of vPlantCare.com blog committed to protecting your privacy. This policy describes how we collect, use and share your personal data when you visit and use this website.
Who we are?
Our website is: https://vplantcare.com
We are a blog sharing knowledge about plant care. If you have any questions about privacy, you can contact us via email: contact@vplantcare.com
What types of data do we collect?
1. Data you provide directly
We collect the personal information you provide via:
- Contact forms
- Comments
- Newsletter subscriptions
- Create an account (if applicable)
Including: Name, email, message/comment content, and other information related to your profile.
This data helps us improve our services, respond to you, and personalize your experience.
2. Technical data and cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember login and display preferences
- Analyze user behavior (via Google Analytics)
- Show relevant advertising (via Google AdSense, Mediavine…)
Cookies include:
- Comment cookies (save name, email… for 1 year).
- Login session cookies (last for 2 days or 2 weeks if “Remember me” is selected).
- Display preferences cookies (1 year).
You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.
3. Comments
When you leave a comment, we collect:
- Comment form data
- Your IP and browser (to help prevent spam)
- Gravatar avatar (if you use one). See their policy here: https://support.gravatar.com/privacy-and-security/
After approval of your comment, your avatar (if included) will be visible to the public.
4. Media uploads
If you upload a photo to the website, please remove the location data (EXIF GPS) first. Other visitors can extract this data from your photo, we recommend that you use JPG or PNG format.
5. Contact form
Information submitted via the contact form (if any) will be retained for 6 months for customer support purposes, not for marketing purposes if you do not register.
6. Embedded content from third parties
Articles on vPlantCare.com may contain videos, images, or embedded content from other websites (e.g. YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.).
These websites may collect data, use cookies, or track your behavior as if you were visiting them directly.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze user behavior. The data collected is anonymous and cannot be linked to a specific individual.
You can opt out of tracking by installing the Google Analytics blocker.
Who do we share data with?
We do not sell or rent personal data. However, we may share data with the following third parties:
| Third Party | Role | Shared Data |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Behavior analytics | IP, cookies |
| Google AdSense, Mediavine, and other ad networks (if any) | Ad display | Cookies |
| Hosting Provider | Website hosting | Technical data |
| Email marketing service (if used) | Newsletter delivery | Name, email |
Data retention period
- Comments and metadata: permanently stored
- Account data (if any): until you delete your account
- Contact forms: 6 months
- Analytics cookies: 1 year
Your rights to your data
You may request:
- A copy of the personal data we hold
- Erasure of personal data (except for data that is legally or security-related, if required)
Please send your request to this email address: contact@vplantcare.com
Where is the data sent?
- Comments may be checked by automated spam detection systems (e.g. Akismet)
- If you reset your password, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
We use servers located in the United States and protect data according to international standards
Data Security
We apply many measures to protect personal data:
- Use HTTPS protocol
- Restrict access
- Periodic system updates
- Security checks with plugins
- Password protection for internal access
In addition, we also use other protection technologies such as: Autoclean protection and HackGuardian to protect the system and users’ personal data.
However, no system is 100% secure, so we advise you not to share sensitive information unless necessary.
Data Breach Procedures
In the event of a data breach, we will:
- Record and report internally
- Notify affected individuals within 72 hours (if serious)
- Cooperate with authorities as required
Receive data from third parties
Some advertising partners (such as Google Adsense or Mediavine) may send anonymised data about purchase behaviour or clicks. This data is not sufficient to identify an individual.
Automation and profiling
The website may use automated technologies to:
- Display behavioural advertising
- Suggest relevant content
- Track marketing campaign effectiveness
However, no legal or serious decisions are made solely by these technologies.
Legal obligations by industry (if any)
Currently, the vPlantCare.com website is not subject to special industry regulations that require compliance with specialized privacy regulations. If there are any in the future, we will update this policy here.
Policy updates
This policy may change from time to time. We will update it on this page and specify the effective date. You should check back periodically for the latest information.
Note:
Last updated date: July 14, 2025 (effective on the same day)
Contact information
If you have questions about the privacy policy, please contact us via:
Email: contact@vplantcare.com
Website: https://vplantcare.com/contact/