Transform Your Garden Into an Eco-Friendly Paradise

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using the services of Sustainable Garden Visions ("we", "our", "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Services Description

We provide sustainable garden design consulting, permaculture planning, native plant selection guidance, and eco-friendly landscaping advice. All recommendations are based on professional assessment and industry best practices.

3. Client Responsibilities

Clients must provide accurate site information, obtain necessary permits, and follow safety guidelines during implementation. Weather conditions and seasonal factors may affect project timelines.

4. Intellectual Property

All garden designs, plans, and recommendations remain the intellectual property of Sustainable Garden Visions until full payment is received. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

5. Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the fees paid for services. We are not responsible for plant survival, weather damage, or implementation errors by third parties.

6. Payment Terms

Consultation fees are due upon completion of service. Design projects require 50% deposit with remainder due upon plan delivery. Late payments may incur additional charges.

7. Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information including name, contact details, and property information necessary to provide garden design services. This includes site photos, soil conditions, and client preferences.

2. How We Use Information

Your information is used exclusively for service delivery, project planning, and communication regarding your garden project. We may also use it for service improvement and quality assurance.

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except as necessary for service delivery (contractors, suppliers) or as required by law.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information including secure file storage, encrypted communications, and limited access protocols.

5. Data Retention

We retain client information for 7 years for business records and potential follow-up services. You may request data deletion subject to legal retention requirements.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may also opt-out of marketing communications at any time.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses essential cookies for functionality and analytics cookies to improve user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at [email protected] or +1 (503) 555-0198.

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1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide better service and understand how our website is used.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include session management, form submission, and security features.

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This includes page views, time spent, and navigation patterns.

Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and improving user experience.

3. Cookie Management

You can control cookie preferences through:

• Browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Our cookie consent banner when first visiting
• Contacting us to opt-out of specific tracking

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services (Google Analytics, social media widgets) that may place their own cookies. These are governed by their respective privacy policies.

5. Cookie Data Retention

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for specified periods (typically 1-24 months) unless manually deleted.

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1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Contract Performance: To deliver garden design services
• Legitimate Interest: For business operations and service improvement
• Consent: For marketing communications and optional features

2. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Transfer your data to another service
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interest
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for consent-based processing

3. Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (503) 555-0198

4. Data Transfers

We do not transfer personal data outside the United States except for essential service providers with appropriate safeguards in place.

5. Breach Notification

In case of a data breach affecting your rights, we will notify you within 72 hours and provide details about the incident and remedial actions.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for service delivery and legal obligations. Standard retention period is 7 years for business records.

7. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority if you believe we have violated GDPR requirements.

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1. Copyright Protection

Sustainable Garden Visions respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. All content on this website, including designs, text, images, and graphics, is protected by copyright law.

2. DMCA Takedown Procedure

If you believe content on our website infringes your copyright, please provide our DMCA agent with:

• Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner
• Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of infringing material on our website
• Your contact information (address, phone, email)
• Good faith statement that use is not authorized
• Statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of copyright owner

3. DMCA Agent Contact

DMCA Agent: Legal Department
Address: 2847 Oak Grove Boulevard, Portland, OR 97202
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (503) 555-0198

4. Counter-Notification

If you believe material was removed in error, you may file a counter-notification including:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Description of removed material and its location
• Good faith statement that removal was due to error
• Consent to jurisdiction of federal court

5. Repeat Infringers

We will terminate accounts of users who are repeat copyright infringers in accordance with our terms of service and applicable law.

6. Fair Use

We respect fair use rights and will consider fair use defenses in evaluating copyright claims. Educational, commentary, and transformative uses may qualify for fair use protection.

7. Processing Time

We will respond to valid DMCA notices within 48-72 hours. Counter-notifications will be processed according to statutory requirements.