GDPR/CCPA
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Comments
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An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
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Cookies
Suggested text: If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
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These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Who we share your data with
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How long we retain your data
Suggested text: If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
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Where we send your data
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Cookie Policy 🍪
1. Introduction
Our website, freeplantscare.com, uses cookies to enhance your experience and to provide personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and enhance your browsing experience.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and to provide the services you request, such as remembering your login information.
Performance Cookies: These cookies help us analyze how visitors use our website, allowing us to improve its performance. For example, Google Analytics cookies help us understand which pages are visited most frequently.
Functional Cookies: These cookies allow us to remember your choices and provide enhanced features. For instance, they help us remember your language preferences.
Advertising Cookies: These cookies help us provide you with relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party cookies from services like Google Analytics, Google AdSense, Amazon, and CJ Affiliate. These cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties.
5. Your Choices
When you visit our website for the first time, we will prompt you to accept or decline the use of cookies. You may choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or manage your preferences. Please note that rejecting some cookies may limit your ability to access certain features on our site.”
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please click here contact us page:
At Freeplantscare.com, accessible from https://freeplantscare.com/, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by Freeplantscare.com and how we use it.
If you have additional questions or require more information about our
This Privacy Policy applies only to our online activities and is valid for visitors to our website with regards to the information that they shared and/or collect in Freeplantscare.com. This policy is not applicable to any information collected offline or via channels other than this website. Our Privacy Policy was created with the help of the
Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
Information we collect
You have the right to withdraw your consent to the collection and processing of your data at any time. If you wish to withdraw consent or have questions about how we use your data, please contact us via the details provided in the ‘Contact Us’ section of this policy.”The personal information that you are asked to provide, and the reasons why you are asked to provide it, will be made clear to you at the point we ask you to provide your personal information.
If you contact us directly, we may receive additional information about you such as your name, email address, phone number, the contents of the message and/or attachments you may send us, and any other information you may choose to provide.
When you register for an Account, we may ask for your contact information, including items such as name, company name, address, email address, and telephone number.
How we use your information
We use the information we collect in various ways, including to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our website
- Improve, personalize, and expand our website
- Understand and analyze how you use our website
- Develop new products, services, features, and functionality
- Communicate with you, either directly or through one of our partners, including for customer service, to provide you with updates and other information relating to the website, and for marketing and promotional purposes
- Send you emails
- Find and prevent fraud
Log Files
Freeplantscare.com follows a standard procedure of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. All hosting companies do this and a part of hosting services’ analytics. The information collected by log files include internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and time stamp, referring/exit pages, and possibly the number of clicks. These are not linked to any information that is personally identifiable. The purpose of the information is for analyzing trends, administering the site, tracking users’ movement on the website, and gathering demographic information.
Google DoubleClick DART Cookie
Google is one of a third-party vendor on our site. It also uses cookies, known as DART cookies, to serve ads to our site visitors based upon their visit to www.website.com and other sites on the internet. However, visitors may choose to decline the use of DART cookies by visiting the Google ad and content network Privacy Policy at the following URL – https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
Our Advertising Partners
Some of advertisers on our site may use cookies and web beacons. Our advertising partners are listed below. Each of our advertising partners has their own Privacy Policy for their policies on user data. For easier access, we hyperlinked to their Privacy Policies below.
Advertising Partners Privacy Policies
You may consult this list to find the Privacy Policy for each of the advertising partners of Freeplantscare.com.
Third-party ad servers or ad networks uses technologies like cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons that are used in their respective advertisements and links that appear on Freeplantscare.com, which are sent directly to users’ browser. They automatically receive your IP address when this occurs. These technologies are used to measure the effectiveness of their advertising campaigns and/or to personalize the advertising content that you see on websites that you visit.
Note that Freeplantscare.com has no access to or control over these cookies that are used by third-party advertisers.
Third Party Privacy Policies
Freeplantscare.com’s Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites. Thus, we are advising you to consult the respective Privacy Policies of these third-party ad servers for more detailed information. It may include their practices and instructions about how to opt-out of certain options.
You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser options. To know more detailed information about cookie management with specific web browsers, it can be found at the browsers’ respective websites.
CCPA Privacy Rights (Do Not Sell My Personal Information)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to: Request to know what personal data we collect, use, and share Request deletion of your personal data Opt-out of the sale of your personal data (if applicable) Request correction of inaccurate personal data To exercise these rights, please submit a request via the contact form or by using the contact details provided in this policy. We will respond to your request within 45 days. If you wish to opt out of the sale of personal data, please ensure you follow the instructions provided in the ‘Do Not Sell My Personal Information’ section of this policy.”Under the CCPA, among other rights, California consumers have the right to:
Request that a business that collects a consumer’s personal data disclose the categories and specific pieces of personal data that a business has collected about consumers.
Request that a business delete any personal data about the consumer that a business has collected.
Request that a business that sells a consumer’s personal data, not sell the consumer’s personal data.
If you make a request, we have one month to respond to you. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
GDPR Data Protection Rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have certain rights regarding your personal data. These include the right to: Access your personal data Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information Request the deletion of your data Object to or restrict the processing of your data Request data portability Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent) To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the ‘Contact Us’ section of this policy. We will respond to your request within one month. If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.”We would like to make sure you are fully aware of all of your data protection rights. Every user is entitled to the following:
The right to access – You have the right to request copies of your personal data. We may charge you a small fee for this service.
The right to rectification – You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate. You also have the right to request that we complete the information you believe is incomplete.
The right to erasure – You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to restrict processing – You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to object to processing – You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to data portability – You have the right to request that we transfer the data that we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
If you make a request, we have one month to respond to you. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
Children’s Information
Another part of our priority is adding protection for children while using the internet. We encourage parents and guardians to observe, participate in, and/or monitor and guide their online activity.
Freeplantscare.com does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13. If you think that your child provided this kind of information on our website, we strongly encourage you to contact us immediately and we will do our best efforts to promptly remove such information from our records.
Disclaimer:
The information provided regarding the 2025 privacy laws is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. These laws may not apply to all businesses, and compliance requirements can vary based on the specific nature of your data practices. We recommend consulting with a qualified legal professional to ensure your business fully complies with all applicable data privacy regulations.
2025 Privacy Laws: Essential Information for Businesses
In 2025, new data privacy laws will take effect across several states in the United States, bringing significant changes to how businesses handle consumer data. Below is an overview of the key privacy laws and their requirements:
Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (DPDPA)
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Applicability: Businesses processing data of at least 35,000 consumers, or 10,000 consumers with significant revenue from data sales.
Penalties: Up to $10,000 per violation.
Key Features: Strong consumer rights, minimal exemptions, and stricter guidelines on sensitive data.
Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act (ICDPA)
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Applicability: Businesses with data on at least 100,000 consumers or significant revenue from data sales.
Penalties: Up to $7,500 per violation.
Key Features: Business-friendly with a long 90-day cure period and fewer requirements for opt-out mechanisms.
Nebraska Data Privacy Act (NDPA)
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Applicability: Any business engaging in the sale or processing of personal data, unless a small business.
Penalties: Up to $7,500 per violation.
Key Features: Broad applicability criteria and the requirement for consent to sell sensitive data.
New Hampshire Data Privacy Act (NHDPA)
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Applicability: Businesses processing data of at least 35,000 consumers or 10,000 consumers with significant revenue from data sales.
Penalties: Up to $10,000 per violation.
Key Features: Typical requirements for privacy impact assessments and a focus on small businesses.
New Jersey Data Privacy Act (NJDPA)
Effective Date: January 15, 2025
Applicability: Businesses processing data on at least 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers with revenue from data sales.
Penalties: Up to $10,000 for the first violation, up to $20,000 for repeat violations.
Key Features: No revenue threshold for businesses earning from selling consumer data.
Tennessee Information Protection Act (TIPA)
Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Applicability: Businesses with $25 million in annual revenue and processing data on at least 175,000 consumers.
Penalties: Up to $7,500 per violation and triple damages for intentional violations.
Key Features: A narrow scope with an affirmative defense option for businesses following privacy frameworks.
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA)
Effective Date: July 31, 2025
Applicability: Businesses processing data on at least 100,000 consumers or deriving significant revenue from data sales.
Penalties: Up to $7,500 per violation.
Key Features: Requirements for data inventories, profiling rights, and specific rights for consumers to contest profiling results.
Maryland Online Data Protection Act (MODPA)
Effective Date: October 1, 2025
Applicability: Businesses processing data on at least 35,000 consumers or 10,000 consumers with significant revenue from data sales.
Penalties: Up to $10,000 per violation, and up to $25,000 for repeat violations.
Key Features: Prohibits the sale of personal data and requires regular privacy impact assessments.
Steps to Ensure Compliance
As these laws come into effect, businesses must evaluate their data practices. Here are steps to prepare for compliance:
Review Applicability Criteria: Ensure your business meets the criteria for any of these laws.
Update Privacy Policies: Make sure your privacy policies are in line with the requirements.
Prepare for Subject Rights Requests: Set up processes for managing consumer rights requests.
Conduct Data Assessments: Regularly assess your data practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
By understanding and following these regulations, your business can stay ahead of privacy requirements and build trust with consumers.
