Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2024

Backyard Harvest ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website backyardharvest.blog (the "Site"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share it, the advertising and analytics technologies we rely on, and the choices and rights available to you, including under the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act ("CCPA/CPRA") and other applicable U.S. state privacy laws.

By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information reasonably necessary to operate the Site, respond to inquiries, and improve our content. Categories of personal information we may collect include:

• Identifiers you provide directly — first name, last name, email address, and telephone number submitted through our contact form or by emailing or calling us.
• Message content — the substance of any question, comment, or request you send to us.
• Internet and device activity (Technical Data) — IP address (which may be truncated or anonymized), browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen size, referring URLs, pages viewed, links clicked, time zone, approximate location derived from IP address, and dates and times of access.
• Advertising and analytics identifiers — cookie IDs, online identifiers, and similar identifiers set by us or by our analytics and advertising partners, including Google.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information (such as government identification numbers, precise geolocation, financial account details, health data, biometric data, or information revealing racial, ethnic, religious, or philosophical beliefs, union membership, sexual orientation, or the content of private communications with third parties). We do not sell products on the Site and do not process payment card data.

2. How We Collect Information

• Directly from you when you complete the contact form, subscribe to updates, or contact us by phone or email.
• Automatically through cookies, pixels, tags, software development kits, local storage, and server logs when you visit the Site.
• From third-party service providers such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, and hosting or content delivery providers that support the operation and measurement of the Site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following business purposes:

• To respond to inquiries, requests, and support messages you send to us.
• To operate, maintain, secure, and improve the Site and its content.
• To measure website performance and audience engagement, including which articles and guides are most useful.
• To measure the effectiveness of our advertising, including conversion tracking, and — where permitted and with your consent — to show you relevant ads on Google and partner properties.
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, security, or technical issues.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms and Conditions.

We do not use personal information for automated decision-making that produces legal or similarly significant effects, and we do not use your information for purposes that are materially different from those described here without providing notice.

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We and our partners use the following categories of cookies and similar technologies:

• Strictly necessary cookies — required for core site functionality, security, and load balancing. These cannot be disabled through our consent tools.
• Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors find and use the Site (for example, Google Analytics 4 cookies such as _ga and _ga_<container-id> ).
• Advertising and remarketing cookies — used to measure ad conversions and to serve relevant advertising (for example, Google Ads cookies and identifiers such as _gcl_au , and cookies set on google.com and doubleclick.net domains).

You can control cookies through your browser settings, delete existing cookies, and block future cookies. Blocking some cookies may affect Site functionality. Where required by law, we request your consent before setting non-essential cookies and honor global privacy control signals (such as GPC) transmitted by your browser.

5. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"), to understand aggregate visitor behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar identifiers to collect Technical Data such as pages viewed, session duration, referral source, device and browser characteristics, and approximate geographic region. IP addresses are anonymized or truncated by Google Analytics 4 before storage.

We use Google Analytics features that may include Google Analytics Demographics and Interest Reporting and Google signals, which rely on first-party cookies and Google advertising cookies. We do not merge personally identifiable information with non-personally identifiable Google Analytics information unless you have given us notice and consent to do so.

You may opt out of Google Analytics measurement by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on . Google's handling of data is described in Google's Privacy Policy and How Google uses information from sites that use its services .

6. Google Ads, Conversion Tracking, and Remarketing

We advertise our content using Google Ads. In connection with those campaigns, we may use:

• Google Ads conversion tracking — a tag that records when a visitor who clicked one of our ads completes an action on the Site, such as submitting the contact form. This measurement is reported to us in aggregate.
• Google Ads remarketing and audience lists — cookies and identifiers that allow our ads to be shown to you on Google Search, YouTube, and websites in the Google Display Network after you have visited our Site.
• Google Tag Manager — a tag management system used to deploy the tags described above. Google Tag Manager does not itself collect personal information.

Consistent with Google's advertising policies, we do not use remarketing or audience data to target users based on sensitive interest categories, and we do not pass personally identifiable information (such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers) to Google in the URL, in remarketing tags, or through any other advertising identifier that could be used to identify you.

You may manage or opt out of personalized advertising at any time through Google My Ad Center , Google Ads Settings , the NAI opt-out tool , or YourAdChoices (DAA) .

7. Third-Party Advertising and Service Partners

Third parties, including Google and its advertising partners, may set and read cookies or use other identifiers on the Site to deliver, measure, and improve advertising. These partners act as independent controllers or as our service providers depending on the context, and their use of your information is governed by their own privacy policies.

We also rely on trusted vendors for website hosting, content delivery, form delivery, email communication, and security. These vendors process personal information only on our instructions, under written agreements that limit their use of the information to the services they provide to us.

8. Google Business Profile and Reviews

We maintain a Google Business Profile listing that displays our business name, address, phone number, hours, website link, photos, and customer reviews. Information you voluntarily submit to that listing — including reviews, ratings, questions, answers, photos, and messages — is collected and displayed by Google in accordance with Google's policies and privacy notices, not by us. If you contact us through Google's messaging feature, we will use the information you provide solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not incentivize, solicit in exchange for compensation, or post fake reviews, and we will never publish your personal information from a review or message without your permission.

9. How We Share Information

We may disclose personal information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers and processors — hosting, analytics, advertising measurement, email, and security vendors that support the Site.
• Advertising and analytics partners — Google and comparable partners, for the measurement and advertising purposes described above.
• Legal and safety — where required by law, subpoena, court order, or lawful government request, or to protect our rights, users, or the public from harm.
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, subject to this Policy.

We do not sell your personal information for money. However, the use of advertising and analytics cookies described in Sections 4–7 may be considered a "sale" or a "sharing" of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising under the CCPA/CPRA and similar state laws. You may opt out at any time as described in Section 11. We have not knowingly sold or shared the personal information of consumers under 16 years of age.

10. Data Retention

• Contact form submissions and email correspondence — retained for up to 24 months after our last communication with you, unless a longer period is required for legal or recordkeeping purposes.
• Analytics data — retained in Google Analytics for up to 14 months, subject to Google's retention controls, after which it is automatically deleted or aggregated.
• Advertising and remarketing identifiers — retained for the lifetime of the applicable cookie or audience list, generally no longer than 540 days.
• Server and security logs — retained for a short period, typically 30 to 90 days.

When information is no longer needed, we delete it or de-identify it using reasonable technical safeguards.

11. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

• Right to know / access the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected, the sources, the purposes, and the categories of third parties to whom it was disclosed.
• Right to delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to legal exceptions.
• Right to correct inaccurate personal information.
• Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information and of targeted or cross-context behavioral advertising.
• Right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information (we do not collect sensitive personal information for such uses).
• Right to data portability — to receive a copy of your information in a readily usable format.
• Right to non-discrimination — we will not deny services, charge different prices, or provide a different level of quality because you exercised a privacy right.
• Right to appeal — where state law provides, you may appeal a decision we make about your request.

How to exercise your rights. Email support@backyardharvest.blog with the subject line "Privacy Request," or call (484) 840-9144 . We will acknowledge your request within 10 business days and respond within 45 days, with one extension of up to 45 additional days where reasonably necessary. To protect your information, we may ask you to verify your identity using information already in our records. An authorized agent may submit a request on your behalf with written proof of authorization.

Opting out of advertising cookies. To opt out of the sharing of personal information for targeted advertising, adjust your cookie preferences on this Site, enable a Global Privacy Control signal in a supporting browser or extension, or use the Google and industry opt-out tools listed in Section 6.

12. Data Security

We maintain appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against accidental loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/TLS, access controls and authentication on a need-to-know basis, limited data collection, secure and regularly updated hosting infrastructure, and periodic reviews of our vendors and configurations. No method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. If a breach affecting your personal information occurs, we will notify you and applicable authorities as required by law.

13. Children's Privacy

The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

14. Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party websites, resources, or social platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy notices before providing them with personal information.

15. Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. Because no common industry standard for DNT has been adopted, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals. We do, however, honor recognized opt-out preference signals such as Global Privacy Control where legally required.

16. Data Location and International Visitors

We operate in the United States, and the information we collect is processed and stored in the United States. If you access the Site from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in a country whose data protection laws may differ from those of your jurisdiction.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. We will post the revised policy on this page and update the "Last updated" date above. Material changes will be communicated prominently on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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Terms and Conditions

Last updated: June 2024

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website backyardharvest.blog (the "Site") and any content, guides, newsletters, resources, products, or services made available through it (collectively, the "Services"), operated by Backyard Harvest ("we", "us", or "our"), located at 458 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342.

Please read these Terms carefully. They constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Backyard Harvest and include important provisions regarding disclaimers, limitation of liability, and dispute resolution.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or otherwise using the Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and by our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer , which are incorporated by reference. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Site immediately.

You represent that you are at least 18 years of age, or that you are using the Site under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian. The Site is not directed to children under 13. We may modify these Terms at any time; revised Terms are effective when posted with an updated "Last updated" date, and material changes will be communicated prominently on the Site. Your continued use after changes are posted constitutes acceptance.

2. Permitted Website Use

We grant you a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for lawful, personal, non-commercial gardening and educational purposes. Under this license you may:

• View, read, and print individual articles or guides for your own personal reference.
• Share links to our pages, provided the source is clearly attributed to Backyard Harvest.
• Contact us through the forms and contact details we publish, for genuine inquiries.

You may not use the Site in any manner that is unlawful, that infringes the rights of others, or that interferes with the operation, security, or availability of the Site. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

3. User Responsibilities

• Accurate information — you agree to provide truthful, current, and complete information when you submit a contact form, subscribe, or communicate with us, and to keep it updated.
• Account security — if any account, subscription, or credential is created for you, you are responsible for maintaining its confidentiality and for all activity that occurs under it.
• Lawful conduct — you are responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including any local ordinances, water restrictions, or regulations governing planting, composting, or pesticide use in your area.
• Independent judgment — you acknowledge that gardening involves variables beyond our control and that you assume responsibility for decisions you make based on our content.
• Your submissions — you retain ownership of content you send us, but grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use it for the purpose of responding to you and improving our Services. Do not submit confidential, sensitive, or unlawful material.

4. Products and Services

Our Services consist primarily of free educational articles, guides, and gardening resources. From time to time we may offer additional items such as digital downloads, courses, workshops, or consultations. Where we do:

• Descriptions, specifications, availability, and delivery timelines are provided as accurately as possible, but images and descriptions are illustrative and are not guarantees of a specific outcome or result.
• We reserve the right to correct errors, modify or discontinue any offering, and to limit or refuse an order at our discretion, including where we suspect fraud or a breach of these Terms.
• Any advertising we run, including through Google Ads, describes the same Services available on the landing page you arrive at. We do not make misleading, exaggerated, or unsubstantiated claims about results, earnings, or health benefits.

5. Pricing and Payments

• All prices, where applicable, are quoted in U.S. dollars and exclude any taxes, duties, or third-party fees unless expressly stated otherwise.
• Prices, promotions, and offers may change at any time before you complete a purchase. The price shown at the time of checkout is the price that applies to your order.
• Payments, if offered, are processed by reputable third-party payment processors. We do not collect or store full payment card details on the Site. Your use of a processor is subject to that provider's own terms and privacy policy.
• You confirm that you are authorised to use the payment method provided and that sufficient funds are available. Recurring charges, if any, will be disclosed clearly before you subscribe, together with their frequency and how to cancel.
• Typographical or system pricing errors do not obligate us to fulfil an order at the incorrect price; if this occurs, we will notify you and offer a full refund or the option to proceed at the correct price.

6. Refunds and Cancellations

• Digital products — you may request a refund within 14 days of purchase if the product is faulty, was not as described, or was not delivered.
• Workshops and consultations — you may cancel or reschedule at no charge up to 48 hours before the scheduled time; later cancellations may not be refundable.
• Subscriptions — you may cancel at any time. Cancellation stops future billing; the current paid period remains active until it expires.
• How to request — email support@backyardharvest.blog with your order details. We acknowledge requests within 2 business days and issue approved refunds to the original payment method within 10 business days.
• Nothing in this section limits any statutory rights you may have under applicable consumer protection laws, including those of your state or, for EU/UK visitors, the statutory right of withdrawal.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site — including text, articles, guides, photographs, illustrations, graphics, logos, layout, code, and the name "Backyard Harvest" — is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, sell, licence, scrape, data-mine, or create derivative works from our content, in whole or in part, without our prior written permission, except as permitted by the limited licence in Section 2 or by applicable fair-use provisions. Requests for permission may be sent to support@backyardharvest.blog . If you believe content on the Site infringes your copyright, notify us with sufficient detail to identify the work and we will respond in accordance with the DMCA.

8. Disclaimers

The Site and its content are provided for general informational and educational purposes regarding home gardening, and are made available on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, accuracy, or uninterrupted availability.

We do not provide professional agricultural, botanical, horticultural, veterinary, nutritional, medical, or legal advice. Gardening outcomes depend on factors outside our control such as climate, weather, soil composition, seed quality, water availability, and pests, and we do not guarantee any specific crop yield, germination rate, or result. Always follow product labels and consult your local agricultural extension service for region-specific guidance. Where mandatory law does not permit the exclusion of certain warranties, those exclusions do not apply to you.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Backyard Harvest and its owners, employees, contributors, and partners will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, or for lost profits, lost data, crop loss, property damage, or business interruption, arising out of or relating to your access to or use of the Site, whether based in contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total aggregate liability for all claims relating to the Services will not exceed the greater of (a) the amount you paid us in the twelve months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or (b) one hundred U.S. dollars (USD $100). Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation, death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

10. Prohibited Activities

When using the Site, you agree that you will not:

• Violate any applicable law, regulation, or third-party right, or use the Site for any fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading purpose.
• Copy, mirror, frame, scrape, harvest, or systematically extract content or data, or use bots, crawlers, or automated tools except for lawful search-engine indexing.
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Site, its servers, accounts, or networks, or probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of any system.
• Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code, or interfere with the Site's operation, security, or performance, including through denial-of-service activity.
• Post or transmit content that is unlawful, defamatory, harassing, hateful, obscene, discriminatory, or infringing, or that impersonates another person or entity.
• Send unsolicited advertising, spam, chain messages, or bulk commercial communications through our forms or contact channels.
• Submit false, incentivised, or manipulated reviews or ratings about our business on any platform, including Google Business Profile, or misrepresent your relationship with us.
• Generate invalid clicks, impressions, or conversions on our advertisements, or otherwise interfere with our advertising or analytics measurement.
• Remove, obscure, or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notice.

We may investigate suspected violations and may suspend or terminate your access, remove content, and report unlawful activity to the appropriate authorities.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to, or integrations with, third-party websites, tools, and services — including nurseries, suppliers, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Google Tag Manager, and our Google Business Profile listing. These are provided for convenience and information only. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, products, availability, accuracy, security, or privacy practices of any third party, and a link does not imply endorsement or affiliation.

Your dealings with third parties, including any purchase, correspondence, or dispute, are solely between you and that third party and are governed by their terms and privacy notices, which we encourage you to review. Where we participate in affiliate or advertising programs, we will disclose material connections clearly.

12. Privacy and Data Protection

Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy , which explains our lawful bases for processing, our use of cookies and advertising technologies, retention periods, international transfers, and the rights available to you — including rights of access, correction, deletion, portability, objection, and withdrawal of consent under the GDPR and UK GDPR, and rights to know, delete, correct, and opt out of sale or sharing under the CCPA/CPRA and similar U.S. state laws. Where required, we obtain consent before setting non-essential cookies and honour recognised opt-out signals such as Global Privacy Control.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Backyard Harvest and its owners, employees, and contributors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and reasonable legal fees arising out of your breach of these Terms, your misuse of the Site, your infringement of any third-party right, or your violation of applicable law.

14. Suspension and Termination

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue all or part of the Site at any time, with or without notice, and may terminate or restrict your access if you breach these Terms or if we reasonably believe your use poses a risk to us or other users. Provisions relating to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and governing law survive termination.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and applicable United States federal law, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to contact us so that we may attempt to resolve the matter informally within 30 days. Any unresolved dispute will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, and you consent to their jurisdiction. If you are a consumer resident in the EU, UK, or another jurisdiction with mandatory consumer protections, nothing here deprives you of the right to bring proceedings in your place of residence.

16. General Provisions

• Entire agreement — these Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Site.
• Severability — if any provision is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
• No waiver — our failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver of our right to do so later.
• Assignment — you may not assign these Terms without our consent; we may assign them in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
• Force majeure — we are not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control.

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Disclaimer

Last updated: June 2024

This Disclaimer governs your use of the website backyardharvest.blog (the "Site" or "Service"), operated by Backyard Harvest ("we", "us", or "our"), located at 458 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342. By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Disclaimer, together with our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy . If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. General Information Only

All content on the Site — including articles, guides, checklists, images, and newsletters — is published for general informational and educational purposes relating to home and organic gardening. It is not intended as a substitute for independent research, professional consultation, or your own judgment. Reliance on any information on the Site is strictly at your own risk.

2. No Professional Advice

Nothing on the Site constitutes professional agricultural, horticultural, botanical, environmental, veterinary, nutritional, medical, legal, tax, or financial advice, and no professional relationship is created by your use of the Site. Always follow product and pesticide labels, comply with local ordinances and water restrictions, and consult a qualified professional or your local agricultural extension service for guidance specific to your region, soil, or circumstances. If you have a health concern relating to any plant, produce, or product, seek advice from a licensed medical professional.

3. Accuracy and Completeness of Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published on the Site is accurate, current, and helpful at the time of publication. However, we make no representation or warranty that the content is complete, accurate, reliable, suitable, or up to date. Gardening science, product availability, and regulations change over time, and content may become outdated. We assume no responsibility for errors, omissions, typographical mistakes, or outdated information, and we may modify or remove content at any time without notice.

4. External Links Disclaimer

The Site may contain links to external websites, nurseries, suppliers, tools, or resources that are not provided, maintained, or in any way affiliated with Backyard Harvest. We do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, completeness, safety, or legality of any information found on those external sites, and a link does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. Your dealings with any third party are solely between you and that party and are governed by their terms and privacy notices, which we encourage you to review.

5. Third-Party Content, Reviews, and Platforms

The Site may display content, embeds, or measurement technologies supplied by third parties, including Google Analytics, Google Ads, Google Tag Manager, and our Google Business Profile listing. Reviews, ratings, questions, answers, and photos submitted to our Google Business Profile are collected and displayed by Google, not by us, and represent the independent opinions of the individuals who posted them. We do not offer compensation, discounts, or other incentives in exchange for reviews, we do not post fake or manipulated reviews, and we do not remove or suppress legitimate feedback. Any views expressed in comments, guest contributions, or third-party content are those of their authors and do not necessarily reflect our views.

6. No Guarantees or Warranties

The Site and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, accuracy, or uninterrupted or error-free operation. We do not warrant that the Site will be secure, free of viruses, or continuously available. Gardening outcomes depend on variables outside our control — including climate, weather, soil composition, seed and plant quality, water availability, pests, and disease — and we cannot guarantee any specific crop yield, germination rate, plant health, or prevention of pests or plant disease. Where mandatory law does not permit the exclusion of certain warranties, those exclusions do not apply to you.

7. Testimonials and Results Disclaimer

Any testimonials, success stories, before-and-after photographs, or garden results shared on the Site reflect the individual experiences of particular gardeners. They are illustrative only, are not necessarily typical, and are not a promise or guarantee that you will achieve the same or similar results. Consistent with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's Endorsement Guides, testimonials are shared as received, edited only for length or clarity, and we disclose any material connection with the person providing them. Individual outcomes will vary based on your climate, experience, time invested, and other factors.

8. Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on the Site may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission — at no additional cost to you — if you click through and make a purchase from a partner such as a seed company, tool retailer, or affiliate network. We only recommend products we believe may be genuinely useful, and a commission never influences our editorial opinions. Where a material connection exists, including sponsored content, gifted products, or paid partnerships, it will be clearly and conspicuously disclosed in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255. If we are not currently participating in any affiliate program, no affiliate compensation is received.

9. Earnings and Results Disclaimer

Where the Site discusses cost savings, productivity, self-sufficiency, or the possibility of selling surplus produce, such discussion is illustrative and educational only. We make no representation, promise, or guarantee regarding income, savings, profit, or business results, and nothing on the Site should be interpreted as a business, investment, or income opportunity. Any figures mentioned are examples, not averages or projections. You are solely responsible for your own decisions, expenditures, and compliance with any laws applicable to selling or distributing home-grown produce.

10. Advertising Disclaimer

We may promote our content through advertising platforms, including Google Ads. Our advertisements describe the same Services available on the landing page you arrive at, and we do not make misleading, exaggerated, or unsubstantiated claims about results, earnings, or health benefits. We do not use advertising to target sensitive interest categories and we do not pass personally identifiable information to advertising partners. See our Privacy Policy for details on cookies, analytics, and your advertising opt-out choices.

11. User Responsibility and Assumption of Risk

You are solely responsible for how you use the information on the Site. Gardening involves physical activity and inherent risks, including the use of sharp tools, machinery, soil amendments, fertilizers, and natural pest treatments, as well as exposure to sun, heat, insects, and allergens. You agree to:

• Exercise your own independent judgment and take appropriate safety precautions at all times.
• Verify the identity and edibility of any plant before consuming it, and never eat a plant, seed, or fungus you cannot positively identify.
• Read and follow all manufacturer instructions and safety labels for any product, tool, or treatment you use.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, water restrictions, and homeowners' association rules.
• Supervise children and pets around plants, tools, compost, and treatments, and consult a professional where you are uncertain.

By using the Site, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with applying the information provided.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Backyard Harvest and its owners, employees, contributors, and partners will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages — including crop loss, property damage, personal injury, lost profits, lost data, or business interruption — arising out of or relating to your access to, use of, or reliance on the Site or its content, whether based in contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total aggregate liability for all claims will not exceed the greater of (a) the amount you paid us in the twelve months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or (b) one hundred U.S. dollars (USD $100). Nothing in this Disclaimer excludes or limits liability for fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation, death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

13. Changes to This Disclaimer

We may update this Disclaimer from time to time to reflect changes in our content, practices, or legal requirements. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the changes.

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