Last Updated: April 22, 2026 | Effective Date: August 24, 2024
At Heaven Balcony, accessible at https://heavenbalcony.com/, the privacy of our visitors is one of our highest priorities. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have regarding your personal data.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: heavenbalcony.garden@gmail.com
By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy and its terms.
1. Who We Are
Heaven Balcony is a gardening blog dedicated to helping urban dwellers transform their balconies and terraces into lush green spaces. It is owned and operated by Muhammad Kaif, based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
- Website: https://heavenbalcony.com/
- Owner: Muhammad Kaif
- Operating Name: Heaven Balcony Team
- Contact Email: heavenbalcony.garden@gmail.com
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
2. Information We Collect
A) Information You Provide Directly
- Your name and email address when you use our contact form or subscribe to our newsletter
- Any messages or queries you send us through our contact form
B) Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and approximate geographic location (country/city level only)
- Browser type, version, and device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
- Pages you visit on our website and time spent on each page
- Referring website — how you arrived at our site
- Date and time of your visit
We collect this data solely to understand how our website is used and to improve your experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and improve our website content and user experience
- To respond to your questions or messages submitted via our contact form
- To send gardening tips or newsletters — only if you have opted in
- To analyze website traffic and usage using Google Analytics
- To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- To detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity
- To comply with applicable legal obligations
We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for marketing purposes.
4. Google AdSense — Advertising Disclosure
This website uses Google AdSense, an advertising service provided by Google LLC (1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA).
Google AdSense uses cookies and tracking technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website and other websites across the internet. This allows Google to display advertisements that may be relevant to your interests.
Important information about Google AdSense:
- Google uses cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to serve ads on our site
- Google and its partners may serve ads based on your visits to our site and other sites on the internet
- The ads displayed on our site are controlled by Google — we do not control which specific ads appear
- We are not responsible for the content of any advertisements served by Google AdSense
Your opt-out options:
- Opt out of personalized Google ads: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
- Opt out of third-party vendor cookies: Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
- How Google uses data from partner sites: Google Partner Site Policy
5. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service by Google LLC, to understand how visitors use our website.
Google Analytics collects anonymous information such as:
- Which pages you visit and how long you stay
- How you arrived at our website (search engine, social media, direct, etc.)
- Your approximate location — country and city level only, never your exact address
- Your device type and browser information
All data collected is anonymous and does not personally identify you.
You can opt out of Google Analytics at any time by installing the browser add-on here: Google Analytics Opt-Out
6. Cookies Policy
Heaven Balcony uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website.
Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function. They enable core features like page navigation and security. The website cannot work correctly without these cookies.
b) Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
These cookies collect anonymous information to help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Provider: Google LLC | Opt-out: Click here
c) Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
Set by Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements based on your browsing interests.
Provider: Google LLC | Opt-out: Google Ads Settings
d) Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences (such as language settings) for a better experience on return visits.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect some functionality of our website. Learn more about cookies at: www.allaboutcookies.org
7. Affiliate Links Disclosure
Heaven Balcony participates in affiliate marketing programs. Some links on our website may be affiliate links — meaning we may earn a small commission if you click and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.
We currently plan to participate in:
- Amazon Associates Program
- Other gardening and home improvement affiliate programs
We only recommend products we genuinely believe are helpful to our readers. Our editorial opinions are never influenced by any commission we may receive. All affiliate relationships are disclosed in compliance with FTC guidelines.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. When you click these links, you will leave our website. Heaven Balcony:
- Does not control the content of any third-party website
- Is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites
- Is not liable for any loss arising from your use of third-party websites
We encourage you to review the Privacy Policy of every website you visit.
9. Social Media
Heaven Balcony is present on the following social media platforms. When you interact with our pages, those platforms collect data under their own privacy policies:
- Pinterest: pin.it/Ab1t6mCMb
- Facebook: facebook.com/heavenbalcony
- Instagram: @heavenbalcony.garden
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:
- Contact form submissions: Up to 12 months
- Newsletter subscriber data: Until you unsubscribe
- Analytics & Advertising data: Subject to Google’s own data retention policies
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by emailing us at heavenbalcony.garden@gmail.com.
11. Children’s Privacy
Heaven Balcony does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 13. Our website is intended for general adult audiences.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at heavenbalcony.garden@gmail.com and we will remove it from our records promptly.
12. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you
- The right to correct inaccurate data
- The right to delete your personal data
- The right to object to or restrict certain types of data processing
- The right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at heavenbalcony.garden@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out:
- Name: Heaven Balcony Team
- Email: heavenbalcony.garden@gmail.com
- Website: https://heavenbalcony.com/
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 48 business hours.
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