Privacy Policy

Effective date: February 12, 2026
Last updated: February 12, 2026

BestTreesToPlant.com ("we," "us," or "our") is operated from California. This privacy policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have. If you live in California, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Those rights are detailed below.

What we collect

Information you provide

If you email us at [email protected], we receive your email address and whatever you write. We use that only to respond to your message. We don't add you to a mailing list or share your email with anyone.

Information collected automatically

When you visit this site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies:

• Server logs: Your IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamps. Our hosting provider collects these as part of standard server operation.
• Google AdSense: We display ads through Google AdSense, which uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other websites. Google may collect and use data about your browsing activity to show you personalized ads.
• Pagefind search: Our search feature runs entirely in your browser. Search queries are not sent to any server or third party.

Cookies and tracking

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. This site uses cookies through the following third-party service:

• Google AdSense: Sets cookies to serve relevant ads and limit how often you see the same ad. Google's advertising cookies are governed by Google's Privacy Policy.

We do not set any first-party tracking cookies. We do not use Google Analytics or any other analytics platform.

How to manage cookies

You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you:

• See what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies

Blocking cookies won't break this site. You'll still be able to read every article and use search. Ads may become less relevant but will still display.

How we use your information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to emails you send us
• Display ads through Google AdSense
• Maintain and secure the website through standard server logs

We don't build user profiles. We don't run email campaigns. We don't sell products. This is a content site about trees.

Third-party sharing

We share data with these third parties:

• Google (AdSense): Receives browsing and cookie data to serve and measure ads. Google may use this data across its advertising network. See How Google uses information from sites that use its services.
• Hosting provider: Our web host has access to server logs as part of providing hosting services.

We do not sell your personal information. Under the CCPA/CPRA, the sharing of data through advertising services like Google AdSense may be considered "sharing" of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. You have the right to opt out of this. See your rights below.

Your rights under California law (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

• Right to know: You can request what personal information we've collected about you, where it came from, what we use it for, and who we share it with.
• Right to delete: You can request that we delete personal information we've collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to correct: You can request that we correct inaccurate personal information.
• Right to opt out of sharing: You can opt out of the sharing of your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising (targeted ads through Google AdSense).
• Right to non-discrimination: We won't treat you differently for exercising any of these rights.
• Right to limit use of sensitive personal information: We do not collect sensitive personal information as defined by the CPRA.

How to exercise your rights

To make a request, email us at [email protected] with "Privacy Request" in the subject line. We'll respond within 45 days as required by law.

How to opt out of targeted advertising

You can opt out of personalized ads from Google by visiting Google's Ad Settings. You can also opt out of third-party advertising cookies through the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page.

Data retention

Server logs are retained by our hosting provider per their standard retention schedule. We keep emails you send us only as long as needed to respond and follow up. We don't maintain a separate database of visitor information.

Children's privacy

This site is not directed at children under 13. We don't knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, email us and we'll delete it.

Changes to this policy

If we make changes to this policy, we'll update the "Last updated" date at the top. For significant changes, we'll note them here. Your continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact

Questions about this privacy policy or your data? Email us at [email protected].