Last updated: March 1, 2025
1. Information We Collect
Verdy collects information to provide better services to our users. We collect information in the following ways:
- Information you provide: When you create an account, you provide us with personal information including your name, email address, and garden location.
- Garden data: Information about your plants, planting dates, and garden activities to provide personalized recommendations.
- Photos: When you use our AI Plant Doctor feature, we process the images you upload to diagnose plant issues.
- Location data: We use your location to provide accurate weather information and regional gardening advice.
- Usage data: We collect information about how you use the app to improve our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Send you personalized gardening reminders and recommendations
- Process and analyze plant images for diagnosis
- Provide weather-based care adjustments
- Communicate with you about updates, features, and support
- Ensure the security and integrity of our services
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With your consent: We'll share information when you explicitly agree to it.
- For legal reasons: We'll share information if required by law or to respond to legal process.
- Aggregated data: We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information publicly or with partners.
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Export your garden data
- Opt-out of promotional communications
6. Children's Privacy
Verdy is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@verdy.io.