Privacy Policy

Introduction

Leaf Enthusiasts (“Leaf Enthusiasts,” “we,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visithttps://leafenthusiasts.com or use any related mobile or software applications (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using the Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Age Requirement

The Services are intended only for adults aged 21 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 21. If you believe a user is under 21, please contact us immediately and we will delete the information.

Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide to Us

• Account Data: Name, email, photo, username, and password.
• User Content: Reviews, ratings, images, comments, and other data you upload.
• Communications: Messages sent to us, survey responses, or support requests.

B. Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, links clicked, referring URLs, and session timestamps.
• Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and language settings.
• Cookies & Similar Technologies: We use cookies, local storage, and analytics pixels to recognize your browser or device and improve the Services. You may disable cookies, but some features may not function properly.

C. Information from Third Parties

• Social‑login providers (e.g., Google) may share basic profile data if you link your account.
• Analytics and marketing partners may provide aggregate statistics about ad performance or user engagement.

How We Use Your Information

• Create and manage your account.
• Provide, operate, and improve the Services—including personalized content, recommendations, and analytics.
• Communicate with you about updates, security alerts, promotions, and administrative messages.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with our Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy.
• Conduct research, usage analytics, and product development.
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, spam, or other malicious activity.

Legal Bases for Processing (EEA & UK)

If you reside in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, we process your personal data under the following legal bases: (i) your consent; (ii) performance of a contract; (iii) compliance with a legal obligation; (iv) our legitimate interests, such as improving the Services and preventing fraud, unless those interests are overridden by your rights.

Sharing & Disclosure

• Service Providers: Hosting (Vercel), database (Supabase/PostgreSQL), analytics, email, and customer support vendors—all bound by confidentiality obligations.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with subpoenas, court orders, or other legal processes, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of Leaf Enthusiasts, our users, or the public.
• Business Transfers: Your data may be transferred in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. We will notify you of any material change in ownership or data practice.
• With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties if you direct us to do so.

International Data Transfers

Our servers and service providers may be located outside your country. By using the Services, you understand that your information may be transferred to—and processed in—jurisdictions with different data‑protection laws. Where required, we implement Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for dispute‑resolution purposes. We will delete or anonymize data when it is no longer needed.

Your Choices & Rights

• Access & Portability: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account or personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
• Opt‑Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” or adjusting your account settings.
• Do Not Track: We do not respond to browser‑based Do Not Track signals.

To exercise any of these rights, emailsupport@leafenthusiasts.com. We may verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information—such as encryption in transit (TLS), role‑based access controls, and routine security audits. However, no Internet transmission or storage system is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, understand user activity, and improve the Services. You may block cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.

Third‑Party Sites & Services

The Services may link to external sites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised version with an updated “Last updated” date. Significant changes will be communicated via email or in‑application notice. Continued use of the Services after the effective date constitutes acceptance.