Last Updated: July 26, 2025
At Hardy, we believe in transparency and respect for your privacy. We collect only what we need to connect gardeners in your community, and we'll never sell your personal information to third parties.
When you create an account or use Hardy, you may provide:
When you use Hardy, we automatically collect:
| Purpose | Information Used |
|---|---|
| Connect you with nearby gardeners | Location information, listings, profile info |
| Facilitate communication | Contact info, messages |
| Improve Hardy's features | Usage data, feedback |
| Send important updates | Email address |
| Ensure safety and prevent fraud | IP address, usage patterns |
To facilitate garden sharing, certain information is visible to other Hardy users:
Your exact address and contact information are NEVER publicly displayed. You choose when and with whom to share these details.
We work with trusted service providers who help us operate Hardy:
Hardy is all about local connections. We use your location to show you nearby garden shares and connect you with neighbors. You control how specific your location appears to others - from just your zip code to your neighborhood. We'll never show your exact address publicly.
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
We use Google Analytics (ID: G-CJ4MS44MBB) to understand general usage patterns. This helps us improve Hardy for everyone. Google Analytics uses cookies and collects anonymized data about your visits.
You have the right to:
We take security seriously and use industry-standard measures to protect your information:
However, no online service is 100% secure. Please use a strong password and exercise caution when meeting other users in person.
Hardy is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
As Hardy grows, we may update this Privacy Policy. We'll notify you of significant changes via:
Hardy is based in the United States and intended for use by U.S. residents. If you use Hardy from another country, your information may be transferred to and stored in the US.
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:
If we introduce new features like marketplace functionality and payment processing, we'll update this policy to reflect how we handle additional data. We'll always notify you of significant changes.
We're here to help! If you have questions or concerns about your privacy:
Your trust is essential to building a thriving garden-sharing community. We're committed to being transparent about how we handle your information and giving you control over your privacy.
