Privacy Policy
How we protect your information on Rocks with Love
Last Updated: August 21, 2025
We may update this policy from time to time. We'll notify users of any significant changes.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Rocks with Love is a community-driven project dedicated to spreading kindness through painted rock discoveries. We believe in transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This policy explains what data we collect when you use our website and how we use it to maintain our community.
Information We Collect
When You Share a Rock Finding
- • Location data: GPS coordinates (latitude/longitude) of where you found the rock
- • Rock message: The text written on the painted rock
- • Your name (optional): If you choose to share who found the rock
- • Photo (optional): Image of the rock you found
- • IP address: Used for spam prevention and security
- • Submission timestamp: When you shared your discovery
Technical Information
- • Browser type and version: To ensure our site works properly
- • Device information: Screen size, operating system (for mobile optimization)
- • Session cookies: To remember your preferences during your visit
- • Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on site (anonymized)
How We Use Your Information
✅ What We Do
- • Display rock locations and messages on our public map
- • Show photos and finder names (if provided)
- • Prevent spam and abuse
- • Improve website performance and user experience
- • Generate anonymous statistics about rock discoveries
❌ What We Don't Do
- • Sell your personal information to third parties
- • Share your IP address publicly
- • Send marketing emails or spam
- • Track you across other websites
- • Store payment information (we're completely free!)
Data Storage & Security
🛡️ Security Measures
- • SSL encryption for all data transmission
- • Secure database hosting with regular backups
- • Limited admin access with strong passwords
- • Regular security updates and monitoring
📍 Data Location
- • Data stored in secure UK/EU servers
- • GDPR compliant data processing
- • No data transferred outside Europe
- • Regular automated backups
Your Rights & Choices
📝 Access & Correction
You can request to see what information we have about your rock submissions or ask us to correct any errors.
🗑️ Deletion
You can request removal of your rock submissions from our map and database at any time.
🚫 Location Services
GPS location detection is optional. You can deny location permissions and manually enter coordinates instead.
🍪 Cookies
We use minimal essential cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.
Third-Party Services
🗺️ OpenStreetMap
Our maps are provided by OpenStreetMap, an open-source mapping service. When you view our map:
- • Map tiles are loaded from OpenStreetMap servers
- • Your IP address may be logged by their servers (standard web practice)
- • No personal information is shared with OpenStreetMap
- • View their privacy policy at: OpenStreetMap Privacy Policy
Children's Privacy
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Platform
Rocks with Love is designed to be enjoyed by families, including children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe a child has shared information with us inappropriately, please contact us immediately and we will remove it.
Legal Basis (GDPR)
Legitimate Interest: We process rock location and message data to operate our community platform and prevent spam.
Consent: We only collect optional information (name, photo) when you explicitly provide it.
Legal Obligation: We may process data to comply with legal requirements or respond to lawful requests.