Privacy Policy

SECTION 1 – INFORMATION COLLECTION AND USE
When you make a purchase from our store, we collect the personal information you provide, such as your name, address, and email address, as part of the transaction process.
We also automatically receive your computer’s IP address when you browse our store, which helps us learn about your browser and operating system.
Email marketing: With your consent, we may send emails about our store, new products, and other updates.

SECTION 2 – CONSENT
How is consent obtained?
Consent is implied when you provide personal information to complete a transaction, verify your credit card, place an order, arrange a delivery, or return a purchase, specifically for those purposes.
For other purposes, like marketing, we will seek your explicit consent or provide an opportunity to decline.
How can you withdraw consent?
You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at support@thetreecenter.com or mailing us at: The Tree Center, 600 Crain Hwy Upper Marlboro MD 20774.

SECTION 3 – DISCLOSURE
We may disclose your personal information if required by law or if you violate our Terms of Service.

SECTION 4 – AWS
Our store utilizes Amazon Web Services (AWS) for hosting and data storage. Your data is stored on AWS’s secure servers, which include various security measures to protect your information.

SECTION 5 – THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
Third-party providers used by us will only use your information to perform their services.
Certain providers, like payment gateways, have their own privacy policies for purchase-related transactions.
Note that some providers may operate in different jurisdictions, so your information may be subject to their local laws.
When you leave our store’s website or are redirected, our Privacy Policy no longer applies.

Links:
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites linked from our store.

SECTION 6 – SECURITY
We take precautions to protect your personal information and follow industry best practices. Credit card information is encrypted using SSL technology.
While no method is 100% secure, we comply with industry standards.

SECTION 7 – COOKIES
We use cookies to enhance your shopping experience and for essential site functionality. You can opt-out of non-essential cookies if desired.

SECTION 8 – AGE OF CONSENT
By using this site, you affirm you are of legal age in your jurisdiction, or have consent from a legal guardian for any minor dependents.

SECTION 9 – POLICY CHANGES
This policy may be updated; please review it regularly. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. We will notify of significant changes.
If our store merges or is acquired, your information may transfer to the new owners.

QUESTIONS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
For access, correction, deletion, or more information, contact our Privacy Compliance Officer at support@thetreecenter.com or by mail at The Tree Center.

SMS MARKETING AND COOKIES
By signing up for texts, you consent to receive marketing text messages from us at the provided number. Consent is not a condition of purchase. Standard messaging rates apply. Frequency varies. Unsubscribe by replying STOP or via the provided link.
Cookies track items in your shopping cart and inform cart reminder messages via SMS.
We do not share SMS opt-in data and consent with third parties.