Introduction
Welcome to gmaran.com ("we", "us", "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://gmaran.com and use our services.
By accessing our website and using our services, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
Scope of Policy
This policy applies to information we collect:
- On our website
- In email, text, and other electronic messages between you and us
- Through mobile and desktop applications you download
- When you interact with our advertising and applications on third-party websites
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services to you:
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Create an account on our website
- Place an order for products
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Participate in contests, surveys, or promotions
- Contact us with inquiries or for customer support
Types of Personal Information Collected
| Information Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Identifiers | Name, email address, phone number, shipping address |
| Commercial Information | Purchase history, products viewed, wishlist items |
| Payment Information | Credit card details (processed securely by payment gateways) |
| Technical Information | IP address, browser type, device information |
| Usage Data | Pages visited, time spent on site, navigation patterns |
Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:
- Log Information: IP address, browser type, referring pages
- Device Information: Hardware model, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Location Information: Approximate location derived from IP address
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various business purposes:
- To fulfill and manage orders: Process payments, arrange shipping, provide invoices
- To personalize your experience: Recommend products based on preferences
- To improve our website: Analyze usage patterns to enhance functionality
- To communicate with you: Respond to inquiries, send order updates and newsletters
- For marketing purposes: Send promotional materials about products and offers
- To prevent fraud: Monitor for fraudulent transactions
- To comply with legal obligations: Meet tax and regulatory requirements
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using personal information depends on the context:
- Consent: When you've given clear consent (e.g., for marketing emails)
- Contractual necessity: To fulfill our obligations to you under a contract
- Legal obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Legitimate interests: For our legitimate business interests where not overridden by your rights
How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following situations:
With Service Providers
We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf:
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
- Shipping and fulfillment partners
- Email marketing services
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
For Legal Reasons
We may disclose your information where required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes
- Protect our rights or property
- Prevent fraud or security issues
- Protect the safety of any person
Business Transfers
In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business, your information may be transferred.
We Do Not Sell Your Data
gmaran.com does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
- Secure Storage: Industry-standard encryption for sensitive data at rest
- Access Controls: Strict access limitations to personal information
- Regular Audits: Security assessments of our systems
- Payment Security: PCI DSS compliance for payment processing
Your Responsibilities
While we strive to protect your information, no security system is impenetrable. We encourage you to:
- Use strong, unique passwords for your account
- Log out after accessing your account from shared devices
- Avoid sending sensitive information through unsecured channels
- Keep your devices secure with updated software
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
General Rights
- Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Opt-out: Object to processing of your personal data
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
Regional Rights
| Region | Specific Rights |
|---|---|
| California (CCPA) | Right to know, right to delete, right to opt-out of sale |
| European Union (GDPR) | Right to restriction of processing, right to data portability |
| Canada (PIPEDA) | Right to challenge compliance, right to withdraw consent |
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in the "Contact Us" section below.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible. If you believe we might have information from or about a child under 16, please contact us immediately.
Parents and guardians can create accounts for children to participate in family gardening activities, but we require parental consent for any child-directed services.
Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a revised "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
Material Changes
If we make material changes to how we process personal information, we will notify you through:
- A prominent notice on our website
- Direct notification via email (for account holders)
- A banner notification upon login
Your continued use of our services after any policy change constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
By Email
By Mail
gmaran.com Privacy Officer
5050 SE Stark Street
Portland, OR 97215
United States
By Phone
+1 (800) 555-1234 (Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm EST)
Data Protection Officer
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), you may contact our Data Protection Officer directly: