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1. Introduction
Welcome to Cultivara ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.
By using Cultivara, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We only collect information that is necessary to provide and improve the Service.
We will never sell your personal data to third parties. Your garden data is yours.
2. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
Account Information
- Email address
- Username and display name
- Password (stored hashed and encrypted — never in plain text)
- Optional profile information
Garden and Plant Data
- Garden names, descriptions, and layouts
- Plant names, types, and details
- Planting dates and care notes
- Custom plant information you enter
Photos
- Plant photos you take or upload
- Garden layout and progress photos
Location Data
Optional- GPS coordinates for garden locations (only when you explicitly choose to add a location)
- Location data is never collected passively or in the background
Automatically Collected Information
Device Information
- Device type, model, and manufacturer
- Operating system version
- App version number
- Unique device identifier (for sync purposes)
Usage Data
- Features used within the app (anonymized)
- App crashes and performance data for stability improvements
- General usage patterns (aggregated and anonymized)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain the App's core functionality
- Create and manage your user account
- Store and sync your garden and plant data securely across your devices
- Improve and optimize the App experience over time
- Send you important service-related updates and notifications (when necessary)
- Respond to your support inquiries and feedback
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
4. Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- Most personal data is stored locally on your device
- You can use the App offline — data remains accessible without an internet connection
- Local data remains on your device until you delete it or uninstall the App
Cloud Storage
- When you create an account, your data is securely synced to our servers
- All data in transit uses industry-standard TLS/HTTPS encryption
- Data at rest is encrypted on our servers
- We use industry-standard security controls and conduct regular security assessments
Security Measures
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We DO NOT
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Share your garden or plant data with other users
- Use your photos for marketing without explicit permission
- Share your location data with anyone
We MAY share when
- Required by law or valid legal process
- With trusted service providers operating under strict confidentiality agreements
- To protect our rights, property, or the safety of our users
- In connection with a business acquisition or merger (you will be notified)
6. Third-Party Services
Our App uses the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:
Google Maps API
Used for displaying maps and location services within the App.
View Google Privacy Policy ↗Cloud Infrastructure
Our servers and data storage are hosted on industry-standard cloud infrastructure. All sub-processors are contractually bound to protect your data.
8. Children's Privacy
Cultivara is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
- If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at privacy@cultivara.app
- Parents or guardians who discover that their child has provided personal information without consent may contact us to have it removed
- Upon confirmation, we will promptly delete such information from our servers
9. Data Retention
- We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service
- When you delete your account, your personal data is permanently deleted within 30 days
- Anonymized, aggregated usage data may be retained indefinitely for product improvement
- We may retain certain data longer where required by applicable law or legitimate business purpose
10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access
Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Correction
Update inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Deletion
Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Portability
Receive your data in a portable format
Right to Object
Object to certain processing activities
Opt-Out of Marketing
Unsubscribe from non-essential emails
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@cultivara.app. We will respond within 30 days.
11. International Data Transfers
- Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence
- Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data
- By using the App, you consent to the transfer and processing of your data in countries where our servers may be located
12. Changes to This Policy
- We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law
- We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, where appropriate, via in-app notification or email
- Your continued use of the App after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy
- For significant changes, we will request renewed consent where required by applicable law
13. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us: