Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 17, 2026
YardHQ is operated by TeamThinkTank ("Company," "we," "our," or "us").
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use the YardHQ website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Login credentials
- Authentication provider information (such as Google login)
User Content
We may collect content you upload, including:
- Photos
- Yard images
- Plant images
- Notes
- Comments
- Text entries
- Landscaping information
Usage Information
We may automatically collect:
- Device information
- Browser type
- Operating system
- App version
- IP address
- Usage activity
- Crash reports
- Analytics information
Subscription and Payment Information
If you purchase a subscription, payment processing may be handled by third-party providers such as:
- Stripe
- Google Play
- Apple
We do not store full payment card information on our servers.
2. How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Provide and maintain the Service
- Authenticate users
- Process subscriptions and payments
- Analyze uploaded photos and content
- Generate AI-powered recommendations and identifications
- Improve AI systems and platform features
- Respond to support requests
- Monitor platform usage and security
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
3. AI Processing and Uploaded Photos
Uploaded photos and content may be processed using artificial intelligence and machine learning systems to:
- Identify plants or landscaping elements
- Generate recommendations
- Improve system accuracy
- Enhance user experience
AI-generated results may not always be accurate and should not be relied upon as professional advice.
4. Google User Data
YardHQ uses Google OAuth to allow users to sign in with their Google account. When you sign in with Google, we receive the following information from Google:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your Google profile picture (if available)
- A unique Google account identifier
We use this Google data solely to:
- Create and authenticate your YardHQ account
- Display your name within the app
- Send account-related notifications to your email address
We do NOT:
- Access your Google Drive, Gmail, Calendar, or any other Google services
- Store your Google password
- Share your Google data with third parties for advertising or marketing
- Use your Google data to train AI models
- Transfer your Google data to any party other than as necessary to operate the Service
YardHQ's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
Infrastructure & Hosting
Shared with cloud hosting and infrastructure providers solely to operate and deliver the Service.
Authentication
Google OAuth data (name, email, profile picture) is received from Google solely for account creation and login. We do not re-share this data with other third parties.
Payment Processing
Billing information is shared with Stripe, Google Play, or Apple solely to process your subscription. These providers have their own privacy policies.
AI Processing
Uploaded photos and yard content may be sent to AI/ML service providers for plant identification and recommendations. Google account data is never sent to AI providers.
Analytics
Aggregated, anonymized usage data may be shared with analytics providers to improve the Service. No personally identifiable Google data is included.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information to legal authorities when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of users or the public.
6. Data Retention & Deletion
We retain your information for as long as your account is active, or as necessary to:
- provide the Service
- comply with legal obligations
- resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- improve platform functionality
Google account data (name, email) is retained only while your account is active. Upon account deletion, this data is removed from our systems within 30 days, except where retention is required for legal compliance.
How to Delete Your Data
- • In-app: Go to your Profile → scroll to bottom → tap "Delete Account" to immediately remove all your data.
- • By email: Send a request to support@yardhq.ai with subject "Account Deletion Request".
We will process deletion requests within 30 days. We may retain limited information where required for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or dispute resolution.
7. Data Storage & Protection
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/TLS
- Encrypted storage for sensitive account information
- Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
- Secure, industry-standard cloud infrastructure
- No storage of full payment card numbers on our servers
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your account has been compromised, please contact support@yardhq.ai immediately.
8. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9. Third-Party Services
The Service may contain links or integrations with third-party services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes become effective upon posting.
Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
TeamThinkTank
support@yardhq.ai