Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 1, 2025
Last Updated: August 1, 2025
By using our Services, you agree to both this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.
1. Introduction
Veras Nursery (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains:
- What information we collect.
- How we use, store, and protect it.
- Your rights regarding your data.
This Privacy Policy should be read together with our Terms of Service. By using our Services, you agree to both this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.
This Policy applies to:
- Public users visiting our website at verasnursery.com (“Website”).
- Authorized users accessing our mobile applications (“Apps”) or internal business systems.
By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy and agree to comply with our Terms of Service.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information and non‑personal information.
A. Personal Information
- Name and contact details (email, phone number, address).
- Work account information (username, employee ID).
- Job title, department, and role (for authorized users).
- Any information you voluntarily provide via forms or communications.
B. Non‑Personal Information
- Browser type and version.
- Device type, OS, and app version.
- IP address, location (if enabled).
- Website usage statistics (pages visited, time on site).
- Aggregated analytics data.
C. Sensitive Information
We generally do not collect sensitive personal data unless required for employment, security, or compliance purposes.
3. How We Collect Information
- Direct interactions – forms you submit, account registration, job applications.
- Automated tracking – cookies, analytics tools, server logs.
- Authorized system usage – internal logins, mobile app activity.
- Third‑party integrations – payment processors, cloud services, HR tools.
4. How We Use Your Information
- Providing and maintaining our Services.
- Authenticating authorized users.
- Managing employee, contractor, and partner accounts.
- Processing transactions and payments.
- Improving website and app functionality.
- Sending authorized communications (alerts, updates, notifications).
- Ensuring security, fraud prevention, and compliance.
- Meeting legal and regulatory obligations.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use:
- Essential cookies – required for core functionality.
- Analytics cookies – help us understand usage patterns.
- Security cookies – detect suspicious activity.
You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies, but some features may not work properly.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service providers – hosting, analytics.
- Authorized third parties – contractors, partners with legitimate business purposes.
- Legal authorities – when required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety.
All third‑party recipients must agree to protect your data in compliance with this Policy.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for children under 18 years of age (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our Services.
- Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy.
- Meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
9. Data Security
We implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information, including:
- Secure servers and firewalls.
- Encrypted communications (HTTPS, TLS).
- Access control and authentication.
- Regular security audits.
No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we strive to use industry‑standard practices.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- We will post the updated Policy with a new “Last Updated” date.
- Continued use of the Services after changes means you accept the updated Policy.