Privacy Policy
Welcome to BloomTrellis (bloomtrellis.com). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about the data we collect and how we use it. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding information gathered when you visit our site, read our garden and outdoor product reviews, or interact with our content.
Information We Collect
We collect a limited amount of information to help us improve our content and understand how visitors use BloomTrellis:
- Analytics data: We use tools such as Google Analytics to collect anonymized information about page views, session duration, device type, browser, approximate location (city/country level), and referral sources.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences, understand site usage patterns, and support advertising and affiliate tracking. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
- Voluntarily submitted information: If you contact us via email or a contact form, we collect the information you provide, such as your name and email address, solely to respond to your inquiry.
- Newsletter subscriptions: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you updates, reviews, and gardening tips. You may unsubscribe at any time.
How We Use Your Information
- To operate, maintain, and improve the BloomTrellis website and content.
- To analyze site traffic and user behavior so we can create better reviews and guides.
- To personalize your browsing experience and display relevant content.
- To communicate with you if you have contacted us or subscribed to our newsletter.
- To track affiliate link performance and commissions.
Third-Party Services
BloomTrellis works with third-party services that may collect or process data on our behalf, including analytics providers (such as Google Analytics), advertising networks, email marketing platforms, and affiliate programs. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information, and we encourage you to review them.
Affiliate Disclosure
This site participates in the AliExpress affiliate programme. We earn a small commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website (such as hosting providers and analytics platforms), and only to the extent necessary for them to perform their services. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
Data Retention
We retain analytics and cookie data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Email addresses collected through newsletter subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- The right to access the personal information we hold about you.
- The right to request correction or deletion of your data.
- The right to object to or restrict certain processing of your data.
- The right to withdraw consent for cookies or marketing communications at any time.
- The right to data portability, where applicable.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below, and we will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Children's Privacy
BloomTrellis is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at privacy@bloomtrellis.com. We are happy to help.