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This website uses the services of Ezoic Inc. (“Ezoic”), including to manage third-party interest-based advertising. Ezoic may employ a variety of technologies on this website, including tools to serve content, display advertisements and enable advertising to visitors of this website, which may utilize first and third-party cookies.
A cookie is a small text file sent to your device by a web server that enables the website to remember information about your browsing activity. First-party cookies are created by the site you are visiting, while third-party cookies are set by domains other than the one you're visiting. Ezoic and our partners may place third-party cookies, tags, beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to monitor interactions with advertisements and optimize ad targeting. Please note that disabling cookies may limit access to certain content and features on the website, and rejecting cookies does not eliminate advertisements but will result in non-personalized advertising. You can find more information about cookies and how to manage them here.
The following information may be collected, used, and stored in a cookie when serving personalized ads:

  • IP address
  • Operating system type and version
  • Device type
  • Language preferences
  • Web browser type
  • Email (in a hashed or encrypted form)
Ezoic and its partners may use this data in combination with information that has been independently collected to deliver targeted advertisements across various platforms and websites. Ezoic’s partners may also gather additional data, such as unique IDs, advertising IDs, geolocation data, usage data, device information, traffic data, referral sources, and interactions between users and websites or advertisements, to create audience segments for targeted advertising across different devices, browsers, and apps. You can find more information about interest-based advertising and how to manage them here.
You can view Ezoic’s privacy policy here, or for additional information about Ezoic’s advertising and other partners, you can view Ezoic’s advertising partners here.

Privacy Policy

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Read Our Privacy Policy Carefully

At The Real Gardener, we value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the data you provide while interacting with our website and affiliated services. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this privacy policy.

  1. Collection and Use of Personal Information:

    a. When you visit our website, we may collect certain information, such as your name, email address, and browsing behavior, to enhance your experience and provide personalized content and recommendations.

    b. We may also collect information when you choose to subscribe to our newsletter or participate in any interactive features on our website. This includes your name and email address, which we will use to send you communications, updates, and promotional materials related to our gardening blog.
  2. Affiliate Marketing:

    a. As an affiliate marketer for various online retailers, The Real Gardener may occasionally link to third-party products and services as a way to earn a commission. We do not take or keep information used in the purchase of products on third-party affiliate websites. However, The Real Gardener may earn a small commission from each purchase made on a third-party affiliate website. Learn more.
  3. Google Site Kit:

    a. We use Google Site Kit, which includes Google Analytics, Google AdSense, and Google Search Console, to analyze and manage the use of our website. These tools may collect certain information about your browsing behavior, such as your IP address, device information, and website interactions.

    b. Google Analytics helps us understand how users interact with our website, including page views, session duration, and referral sources. This information is used to improve our content and user experience.

    c. Google AdSense enables us to display relevant advertisements on our website. These ads may be personalized based on your interests and browsing behavior.

    d. Google Search Console helps us monitor and improve our website’s visibility on search engines, providing insights into search queries and traffic sources.

    e. Please note that all data collected by Google Site Kit is anonymized and aggregated, and we do not have access to personally identifiable information. Learn More.
  4. Third-Party Disclosure:

    a. We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
    • We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services. These providers have agreed to keep your information confidential and use it solely for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.
    • We may share your information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
  5. Security:

    a. We take the protection of your personal information seriously and implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard it from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

    b. We use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology to encrypt and protect sensitive data during transmission.

    c. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
  6. Changes to Privacy Policy:

    a. We may periodically update this privacy policy to reflect any changes in our information practices. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.
  7. Contact:

    a. If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this privacy policy, please do not hesitate to contact us using the contact information provided on our website.

This privacy policy is effective as of 4/28/23.