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Welcome to Gardening Official Shop (“we”, “us”, or “our”). At gardensstools.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our gardening enthusiasts worldwide. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make purchases of our premium gardening products.

1. Information We Collect

To provide you with the best gardening shopping experience, we collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you make a purchase, create an account, or contact customer service, we collect your name, email address, shipping address, payment information, and contact details.
  • Transaction Data: Details about purchases of garden stools, tools, apparel, potting benches, or kids’ gardening products, including payment method and order history.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data through cookies and similar technologies.
  • Communication Data: Records of your interactions with our customer service team via email at [email protected].

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide and improve our gardening products and services:

  • Process transactions securely using PCI-compliant systems
  • Deliver your gardening products to the provided address
  • Provide customer support for payment or product inquiries
  • Improve our website and product offerings based on usage patterns
  • Send order confirmations and transaction receipts
  • Prevent fraud and enhance payment security with 3D Secure authentication
  • Comply with legal obligations regarding international sales

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We value your privacy and only share information when necessary:

  • Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist with payment processing (Visa, MasterCard, JCB, PayPal), shipping, and website operations.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, such as fraud prevention.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or sale of company assets.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

Based at 2989 Todds Lane, San Antonio, US 78205, we implement robust security measures:

  • Advanced encryption technology for all transactions
  • Secure storage of payment information (when saved by user preference)
  • Regular security audits of our systems
  • Limited employee access to personal data

While we implement these measures, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We encourage customers to use strong passwords and monitor account activity.

5. Your Rights

As our valued gardening customer, you have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your account information
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Request information about data processing
  • Withdraw consent for optional data uses
  • Lodge complaints with data protection authorities

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We respond within 24-48 hours during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM Central Time).

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your shopping experience:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for secure checkout and account functions
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how gardeners use our site to improve products like garden tools and potting benches
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings for future visits

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

As we serve customers globally (excluding some Asian and remote regions), your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

8. Children’s Privacy

While we offer kids’ gardening products, our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as our gardening business grows. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when revisions were made. Continued use of our site constitutes acceptance of changes.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns about our garden stools, tools, or other products:

Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 2989 Todds Lane, San Antonio, US 78205

Happy gardening and secure shopping!