Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10 July 2025

Welcome to The Park Mom (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit [www.TheParkMom.com] (the “Site”), interact with our content, or use our services.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Who We Are

The Park Mom is a family-centered platform dedicated to helping families connect with nature, outdoor spaces, and one another. Our website address is: https://www.TheParkMom.com.

2. What Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Submit a contact form
  • Leave a comment
  • Register for updates or a membership
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or giveaways
  • Submit content (e.g. listings, images, reviews)

This may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Location (optional)
  • Any other data you choose to share

B. Information Collected Automatically

We may also collect data through cookies and similar technologies, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

3. Comments and User Content

When you leave a comment on the site, we collect the information you provide, along with your IP address and browser data to help detect and prevent spam.

If you use a profile service (like Gravatar) linked to your email, your profile image may be publicly visible alongside your comment.

4. Media Uploads

If you upload images to the website (e.g., park submissions), please avoid including images that contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the site may be able to extract that data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies to:

  • Enhance your user experience
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze traffic and performance
  • Enable login and comment functionality

You may choose to disable cookies via your browser settings. However, some site features may not function properly without them.

6. Embedded Content

Pages or posts may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Instagram posts, or third-party maps). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the external site directly. Those sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction with their content.

7. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Operate and improve our website
  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Personalize your experience
  • Send updates or newsletters (with your consent)
  • Analyze site usage to enhance our offerings
  • Comply with legal obligations

8. Data Retention

  • Comments and their metadata may be stored indefinitely.
  • Registered user data (if applicable) is retained for as long as your account is active.
  • You may request deletion of your personal data at any time (see “Your Rights” below).

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct or update inaccurate information
  • Request data deletion
  • Object to or restrict data processing
  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To make a request, please reach out via our Contact Page.

10. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information, but no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. Please use discretion when sharing information online.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Park Mom is intended for parents and families. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verified parental consent.

12. Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out through our Contact Page.