Privacy Policy

At MyBackyardGrow, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website www.mybackyardgrow.com (“the Site”).

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Who We Are

MyBackyardGrow is an online resource dedicated to automotive tools, fertilizers & soil care, gardening tools, and hand tools. We provide guides, reviews, tips, and recommendations to help our readers succeed in their projects.

We operate with integrity and are committed to protecting your privacy while providing useful, accurate, and reliable content.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect two types of information:

A. Personal Information You Provide

When you interact with our Site, you may choose to provide:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if contacting us directly)

  • Mailing address (if participating in giveaways)

  • Any other information you voluntarily submit through forms, comments, or email communication.

B. Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected)

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:

  • Your IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Pages you view on our Site

  • Date and time of your visit

  • Referring website or search engine

  • Click behavior and interaction data

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information in the following ways:

  1. Directly from You – When you fill out a contact form, subscribe to a newsletter, post a comment, or email us.

  2. Automatically – Through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs when you browse the Site.

  3. From Third Parties – If you interact with our affiliate partners, advertisers, or social media accounts.

4. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience.

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns

  • Deliver targeted advertising

  • Improve our content and user experience

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies – Necessary for site functionality.

  • Performance Cookies – Collect anonymous data for analytics.

  • Advertising Cookies – Deliver ads relevant to your interests.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the Site may not function properly without them.

5. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

  • Send newsletters, updates, or promotions (if you opt-in)

  • Personalize your experience on the Site

  • Improve our content, design, and services

  • Process giveaways or contests

  • Track affiliate sales and commissions

  • Comply with legal requirements

6. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and will never sell your personal information. However, we may share data in the following situations:

  • With Service Providers – Such as email marketing platforms, hosting services, or analytics providers.

  • With Affiliate Partners – To track purchases made through our links.

  • With Advertisers – For displaying relevant ads (non-personal, aggregated data).

  • For Legal Reasons – If required by law, regulation, or court order.

  • In Business Transfers – If we merge, sell, or transfer assets.

7. Affiliate and Advertising Disclosure

MyBackyardGrow participates in affiliate programs, including but not limited to:

  • Amazon Associates

  • Gardening and tool supplier affiliate networks

  • Automotive equipment affiliate programs

When you click on affiliate links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Advertising partners may use cookies to serve relevant ads based on your browsing activity.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites:

  • We are not responsible for their privacy policies, content, or practices.

  • Please review their terms before providing personal information.

9. Google Analytics and Tracking Tools

We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand how visitors use our Site:

  • These tools collect anonymized data about page views, time spent, and traffic sources.

  • Google Analytics may use cookies and tracking technologies.

  • You can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

10. Data Storage and Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Secure servers and firewalls

  • Encryption where appropriate

  • Limited access to personal data

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:

  • Access – Request a copy of your personal data we hold.

  • Correction – Ask us to update or fix incorrect information.

  • Deletion – Request that we erase your data.

  • Restriction – Limit how we process your data.

  • Opt-Out – Stop receiving marketing emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link.

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@mybackyardgrow.com.

12. Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary for:

  • The purposes it was collected

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Resolving disputes

  • Enforcing agreements

13. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum legal age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, please contact us for removal.

14. International Users

If you access the Site from outside our operating country, note that your data may be transferred to and stored in servers located in [Insert Your Country]. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time:

  • Any changes will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.

  • Significant changes will be communicated through our Site or by email (if you are subscribed).

16. Your Consent

By using our Site, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to the terms outlined here.

17. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or concerns:

18. Summary of Key Points

  • We collect both personal and non-personal information.

  • We use cookies to improve your experience and for analytics/advertising.

  • We participate in affiliate programs and may earn commissions.

  • We protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.

  • You have rights over your personal information.

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