Privacy Policy

LeafySOS.com (“LeafySOS”, “we”, “us” or “our”) is an independent, informational blog about houseplant and succulent care. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect from visitors, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using LeafySOS.com you agree to the practices described here.

Who we are

• Website: LeafySOS.com
• Operated by: Alberto Enriquez (individual publisher)
• Location: Santa Fe, Argentina
• Contact: contact@leafysos.com

Information we collect

Information you give us

LeafySOS is a read-only blog. We do not run a contact form, comments section, or newsletter, so we do not ask you to submit personal information on the site. If you choose to email us, we receive your email address and whatever you include in your message.

Information collected automatically

Like most websites, our analytics and hosting tools automatically record limited technical data when you visit, such as your IP address (often shortened or anonymized), browser and device type, operating system, the page that referred you, the pages you view, and time spent on the site. We use this only to understand how visitors use LeafySOS and to improve our content.

Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and, once advertising is enabled, for serving ads. You can control cookies through our consent banner and your browser settings. For full details, see our Cookie Policy.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to measure traffic and Google Search Console to monitor search performance. These tools use cookies and identifiers to produce aggregate reports. You can opt out of Google Analytics with the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Advertising

LeafySOS is an ad-supported website. We display third-party advertisements through Google AdSense and may work with additional advertising partners (such as Ezoic or Mediavine) in the future. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info. EU/UK visitors can also use Your Online Choices.

Legal bases for processing (EEA/UK)

Where the GDPR or UK GDPR applies, we rely on: your consent (for non-essential cookies and personalized advertising), and our legitimate interests (for basic, privacy-friendly analytics and keeping the site secure). You may withdraw consent at any time through the cookie banner.

Your privacy rights

EEA / UK (GDPR)

You have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict or object to the processing of your data, to data portability, to withdraw consent, and to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

California (CCPA / CPRA)

You have the right to know, delete and correct your personal information, to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information, and not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights. We do not sell your personal information for money. However, the use of advertising cookies may be considered “sharing” under the CPRA — you can opt out through our cookie banner and the ad-settings links above.

Argentina (Ley 25.326)

As we operate from Argentina, you may exercise your rights of access, rectification and deletion under Argentina’s Personal Data Protection Law. The supervisory authority is the Agencia de Acceso a la Información Pública (AAIP).

To exercise any of these rights, email us at contact@leafysos.com.

Children’s privacy

LeafySOS is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in the EEA) and we do not knowingly collect their personal data. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we will delete it.

Data retention

Analytics data is retained according to Google’s retention settings. Emails you send us are kept only as long as needed to respond and for our records.

International data transfers

The tools we use (Google, our hosting provider) may process data on servers located outside your country, including in the United States. Those providers apply their own safeguards for international transfers.

Data security

We use reasonable measures, including HTTPS encryption, to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-party links

Our articles may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the latest revision.

Contact

Questions about this policy? Email contact@leafysos.com.