Privacy Policy

1. Who we are

Root Plot (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website at rootplot.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you visit the site, contact us, or interact with links on our pages. By using the site you agree to the practices described here.

2. Information we collect

Information you give us

When you contact us by email or through a contact form, we receive the name, email address and message you choose to send. We use it only to reply to you and to keep a record of the conversation.

Information collected automatically

Like most websites, we collect basic technical data when you visit: your IP address, browser type, device type, the pages you view, the time you spend on them and the site that referred you. This data is collected through cookies and analytics tools described below. It helps us understand which guides are useful and keep the site secure.

3. Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. We use them for analytics, for affiliate link tracking, and to remember basic preferences. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings at any time. Some features of the site may not work as expected if cookies are disabled. Full details are in our Cookie Policy.

4. Third party services

• Google Analytics. We use Google Analytics to measure traffic and understand how visitors use the site. Google may set cookies and process your IP address under its own privacy policy. You can opt out with the Google Analytics browser add-on.
• Amazon Associates. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. When you click an Amazon link, Amazon may set cookies to track purchases for commission purposes. Amazon’s handling of your data is governed by Amazon’s privacy notice.
• Hosting and security. Our hosting provider and content delivery network may log IP addresses and request data to keep the site running and to block abusive traffic.

5. How we use information

• To respond to your messages and requests.
• To understand which content is useful and improve the site.
• To keep the site secure and prevent abuse.
• To comply with legal obligations.

6. Data retention

We keep contact messages for as long as needed to handle your request and for a reasonable period afterwards for record keeping. Analytics data is kept according to the retention settings of the analytics provider. You can ask us to delete your messages at any time.

7. Your rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete or restrict the use of your personal information, to object to processing, and to data portability. Residents of the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom and California have specific rights under GDPR, UK GDPR and the CCPA/CPRA. To exercise any right, email hello@rootplot.com. We will respond within the time required by law.

8. Children’s privacy

This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you believe a child has sent us information, contact us and we will delete it.

9. Security

We use HTTPS encryption and reasonable technical measures to protect data. No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Links to other sites

Our pages link to retailers, manufacturers and other resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please read their policies before sharing information.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The date at the top of the page shows the latest version. Continued use of the site after a change means you accept the updated policy.

12. Contact

Privacy questions or requests: hello@rootplot.com