GDPR

Last Updated: 01/02/2025

At GardenProjects.org, we are committed to protecting your personal data and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This policy explains how we collect, process, and protect your data and your rights under GDPR.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

GardenProjects.org
🌍 Website: www.GardenProjects.org

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, and any details you provide when subscribing, contacting us, or commenting.
  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior through cookies and analytics tools.
  • Technical Data: Device information, log files, and preferences.

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your data for the following purposes:

  • To improve website performance and user experience.
  • To send newsletters, updates, and marketing emails (only if you opt-in).
  • To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Data

We process your personal data under these legal bases:

  • Consent: When you explicitly agree to receive communications or submit your data via forms.
  • Legitimate Interest: For website analytics, security, and improving our services.
  • Legal Obligation: When required by law.

5. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  1. Access Your Data – Request a copy of your personal data.
  2. Correct Your Data – Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
  3. Delete Your Data – Request the deletion of your personal data.
  4. Restrict Processing – Limit how your data is used.
  5. Object to Processing – Object to data processing for marketing or analytics.
  6. Withdraw Consent – Withdraw your consent at any time.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for its intended purpose or as required by law.

7. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell or share your personal data. However, we may use trusted third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, email marketing tools) that process data on our behalf.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies for website functionality and analytics. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

9. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online data transmission is 100% secure.

10. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected using legal safeguards such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses.
  • Data Protection Agreements with third-party services.

11. Complaints

If you believe we have violated your GDPR rights, you may contact your local data protection authority.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this GDPR Compliance Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.