Privacy Policy
Effective date: January 1, 2025. Last updated: September 2026.
Information We Collect
Usage data: We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use the site in aggregate — which pages are visited, how long people spend on pages, and general location (city/country level only). IP addresses are anonymized before processing.
Contact form: If you contact us, we receive your name, email, and message to respond to your inquiry. We do not add you to any marketing list without your explicit consent.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and improve the 913KC Garden service
- To respond to your inquiries via the contact form
- To understand aggregate site usage through anonymized analytics
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Cookies & Local Storage
We use the following technologies:
- Google Analytics cookies — anonymous usage tracking. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Services
- Google Analytics 4 — anonymized site analytics
- Netlify — hosting and form handling
- Web3Forms — delivers contact form messages to our inbox (web3forms.com)
- Google Fonts — typography, loaded from Google's servers
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Opt out of email communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at 913kcinfo@gmail.com.
Children's Privacy
913KC Garden is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be noted at the top of this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Terms of Use
By using 913KC.com, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
Acceptable Use
You may use this site for personal, non-commercial gardening reference. You may not scrape, copy, or reproduce the content of this site for commercial purposes without written permission.
Intellectual Property
The design, code, and written content of 913KC.com are owned by Jakob Tomlin / 913KC unless otherwise noted. Gardening data derived from public sources (NOAA, USDA) is public domain. You may share individual tips with attribution.
Lawful Use
You may not use the service for any unlawful purpose.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Kansas. Any disputes shall be resolved in Wyandotte County, Kansas.
Disclaimer
Gardening information is provided for general educational purposes. Growing conditions vary — results depend on your specific soil, microclimate, variety, and care. 913KC Garden makes no guarantee of harvest outcomes.
Foraging and wild plant identification: Information about wild or native edible plants is provided for educational purposes only. Never consume a wild plant without positive identification from a qualified expert. 913KC Garden is not responsible for any harm resulting from foraging activities.
Medicinal plant information: Any references to traditional or medicinal plant uses are historical and educational in nature. This is not medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider for medical decisions.
Contact
Privacy questions or requests: 913kcinfo@gmail.com or use our contact form.