Privacy Policy

 

1. Comments

When visitors leave comments:

  • Data collected includes the comment itself, IP address, and browser user agent string (for spam detection).
  • An anonymized hash of your email may be shared with the Gravatar service.
  • Gravatar’s privacy policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/.
  • Approved profile pictures may become publicly visible next to your comment.

2. Media

  • Avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS).
  • Website visitors can extract location data from such images.

3. Contact Forms

  • Not explicitly detailed, but likely used for collecting user information as part of communication.

4. Cookies

  • If you comment, you can opt-in to save your name, email, and website in cookies (expire in 1 year).
  • A temporary cookie checks if your browser accepts cookies (deleted when browser closes).
  • Login cookies:
    • Last 2 days by default.
    • Last 2 weeks if “Remember Me” is selected.
    • Removed upon logout.

5. Embedded Content from Other Websites

  • May include media like videos, images, and articles.
  • Acts as if you visited the external site directly.
  • External sites may collect data, embed cookies, and track interactions—especially if you are logged in to those sites.

6. Who We Share Your Data With

  • Golden Gardens states: "No one! Ever."
  • They do not sell or share your data with third parties.
  • This includes email addresses, delivery details, and any personal info.
  • They reserve the right to change this policy anytime without notice.

7. How Long We Retain Your Data

  • Comments: Stored indefinitely, including metadata, for moderation purposes.
  • Registered Users: Personal profile data is stored and editable (excluding username).
  • Admins can view/edit this data.

8. Your Rights Over Your Data

  • You may request an export of any data they hold about you.
  • You may also request deletion of your personal data.
  • Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes.

9. Where We Send Your Data

  • Visitor comments may go through automated spam detection services.

10. How We Protect Your Data

  • Dedicated security team ensures your data’s safety.
  • They use industry-leading security protocols and standards.

11. Data Breach Procedures

In case of a breach:

  • Users are informed within 90 days after an investigation.
  • Disclosure is done ASAP.
  • Investigation determines the scope and ensures authorities are informed.