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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 30.06.2025

Green Planet Union (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://greenplanetunion.com and use our services.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information You Provide

We may collect the following when you submit forms, apply for certification, or make a purchase:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Company name

  • Business details (e.g., registration number, Y-tunnus)

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party payment gateways)

b. Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Device and operating system

This is collected via cookies and analytics tools to improve our services.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process orders and issue certifications

  • Display company listings (where applicable)

  • Communicate with you about your certification or inquiries

  • Improve and personalize your user experience

  • Fulfill legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.


3. Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable core functionality (e.g., login, form submission)

  • Analyze website traffic and improve usability

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.


4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

  • Payment processors (e.g., Stripe or PayPal) for transaction handling

  • Hosting and IT service providers for website functionality

  • Third-party platforms (e.g., Tree-Nation) if tree planting is included in your purchase

All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR standards.


5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for:

  • Legal compliance

  • Order fulfillment

  • Internal record keeping

If you wish to delete your data, please contact us at [Insert Email].


6. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the data we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Object to certain data processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Email].


7. Security Measures

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission is 100% secure.


8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.


9. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.


10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. All changes will be posted on this page with the updated revision date.


11. Contact Us

For questions, data requests, or privacy concerns, contact:

Green Planet Union
Email: support@greenplanetunion.com