GoldDust Gardening] Privacy Policy

Last updated: [25/02/2025]

1. Introduction

Welcome to GoldDust Gardening ! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. By using our app, you agree to the terms outlined here in compliance with Google Play Store policies.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information:

We may collect the following personal details when you sign up or interact with the app:

• Name
• Email address
• Profile picture (optional)

Location Data:

With your permission, we collect location data to:
• Help you find local plant swaps by showing nearby users offering plants.
• Provide personalized plant care tips based on regional climate conditions.

Note: Location data is only accessed when needed for these features. You can disable location access at any time via your device settings.

Usage and Device Data:

• App interactions (e.g., features used, pages viewed) to improve user experience.
• Device details (e.g., OS version, app version) for troubleshooting and performance analytics.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:
• Provide core app features (e.g., local plant swaps and gardening tips).
• Improve user experience by analyzing app usage.
• Offer relevant recommendations based on your location (if enabled).
• Communicate updates and promotions (only with your consent).

4. Permissions and Data Sharing

Permissions We Request:

• Location: For finding local plant swaps and providing region-specific plant care advice.
• Notifications (optional): To send alerts about new swaps, community updates, or order related updates.

Data Sharing:

• We do not sell or share your data for third-party marketing.
• Anonymous or aggregated data may be used for analytics.
• Third-party services (e.g., analytics, authentication) comply with data protection standards.

5. Data Security

We take data security seriously and implement industry-standard protections to safeguard your personal information. Our security measures include:

✅ Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted during transmission and storage to prevent unauthorized access.
✅ Access Control: Data access is restricted to authorized personnel only, using secure authentication mechanisms.
✅ Regular Security Audits: We periodically review and enhance security practices to address emerging threats.
✅ Cloud-Based Infrastructure: Your data is stored on a secure, scalable cloud platform with built-in security protocols.

While we take strong measures to protect your data, no system is 100% secure. We encourage users to take precautions, such as using strong passwords and enabling device security settings.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:
✅ Access and update your data.
✅ Request deletion of your account and data.
✅ Opt out of data collection by adjusting app settings.

To make a request, contact us at care@golddustgardening.com.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in app functionality or legal requirements. Updates will be posted in the app with an effective date.

8. Contact Us

For any privacy-related concerns, reach out to:

📧 Email: care@golddustgardening.com

9. Compliance with Google Play Store Policies

We adhere to Google Play Store data privacy and user consent policies, ensuring:

✔️ Transparent disclosures about data collection.
✔️ Explicit permission requests for location access.
✔️ No unauthorized data sharing with third parties.

By using GoldDust Gardening, you acknowledge and accept this Privacy Policy.

10. Advertising

"Our app may collect and use Google’s Advertising ID (AD_ID) to improve user experience through analytics and personalized content delivery. The Advertising ID may be used for tracking app performance, understanding user engagement, and, in some cases, delivering relevant advertisements.

Users can reset or opt out of the Advertising ID by adjusting their device settings:
🔹 Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Reset advertising ID
🔹 iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Turn off Allow Apps to Request to Track

We do not link the Advertising ID to any personally identifiable information (PII) and do not use it for any unauthorized tracking outside of standard analytics or advertising purposes."