Last updated: February 24, 2026

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

As a gardening blog, we collect minimal personal information. We may collect information when you voluntarily interact with our blog through comments or feedback forms.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type, version, and settings
• Device type, operating system, and screen resolution
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring websites
• Search terms used to find our website

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. These may include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain our gardening blog content
• Analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Personalize content and advertisements
• Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
• Communicate about website updates or important notices

Google Services and Third-Party Integrations

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit our site, which pages they visit, and how they navigate through the site. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to our site and other sites on the Internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.

Advertising Partners

We may work with third-party advertising networks that use cookies and similar technologies to provide relevant advertisements. These partners may collect information about your visits to our website and other websites to provide targeted advertising.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in website operations, analytics, or advertising
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific sharing

Your Rights and Choices (GDPR Compliance)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), EU residents have specific rights regarding their personal data:

• Right of Access: Request information about personal data we hold
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Delete all cookies when closing the browser

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months, while advertising-related data retention varies by service provider.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer your information, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For EU residents, our legal basis for processing personal data includes:

• Legitimate Interest: To operate and improve our gardening blog
• Consent: For cookies and personalized advertising (where required)
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights under GDPR, you may contact us through the website's contact form. We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days as required by applicable law.

Data Protection Officer: For EU-related inquiries, you may also contact your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

Last updated: February 24, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Harvest Haven Blog ("we," "our," or "us"), a gardening content website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.

Website Description and Purpose

Harvest Haven Blog is a content website focused on gardening tips, farming stories, and agricultural education. We provide informational content for educational and entertainment purposes only. This website is supported by advertising revenue through Google AdSense and other advertising partners.

Use License and Permitted Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may:

• View and read our blog content
• Share our content through social media (with proper attribution)
• Print individual articles for personal reference

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit our content without explicit written permission.

Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use our website for any unlawful purpose or any purpose prohibited under this clause. Prohibited uses include but are not limited to:

• Copying, reproducing, or scraping our content for commercial purposes
• Using automated systems or bots to access our website
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Posting spam, malware, or malicious content
• Violating any applicable laws or regulations
• Interfering with website security features
• Impersonating our website or brand

Content and Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date gardening information, all content is provided for educational purposes only. We make no warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of our content. Gardening practices may vary by location, climate, and other factors.

We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove content at any time without prior notice. Users should verify information independently and consult local gardening experts when necessary.

Advertising and Third-Party Content

Our website displays advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners. These advertisements are provided by third parties and do not constitute our endorsement of any products or services.

We may also include affiliate links to gardening products and tools. We may receive compensation when you purchase through these links, though this does not affect the price you pay or our editorial independence.

Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing habits. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information about data collection and use.

User-Generated Content

If we allow user comments or submissions in the future, you retain ownership of your content but grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display such content on our website. You are responsible for ensuring your submissions comply with applicable laws and do not infringe third-party rights.

Intellectual Property Rights

All original content, including text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is owned by us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Third-party content is used under license or fair use principles.

Our trademarks and service marks may not be used without our prior written consent. Any unauthorized use may result in legal action.

Privacy and Data Protection (GDPR Compliance)

Your privacy is important to us. Our comprehensive Privacy Policy details how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with GDPR and other applicable privacy laws.

By using our website, you consent to our data practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy. EU residents have specific rights regarding their personal data, including the right to access, rectify, erase, and port their information.

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Our website and content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

We are not responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website. This includes but is not limited to damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability for incidental damages, so these limitations may not apply to you.

External Links and Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of these external sites. Visiting these sites is at your own risk.

Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)

We respect intellectual property rights and will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices. If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without authorization, you may submit a DMCA notice through the website contact form.

Age Restrictions

Our website is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Material changes to these Terms will be prominently displayed on our website for at least 30 days before taking effect.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our website immediately, without prior notice, if you breach these Terms or engage in conduct we deem harmful to our website or other users.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Oregon, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Oregon.

For EU residents, this clause does not affect your statutory rights under local consumer protection laws.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision shall be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of our website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings.

Contact and Questions

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, you may contact us through the website's contact form. We will respond to inquiries within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.