At Hudson Valley Research Lab, accessible from https://www.hudsonvalleyresearchlab.org , the privacy of our visitors is one of our primary priorities. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of information collected and recorded by Hudson Valley Research Lab and how we use it.
If you have additional questions or require more information regarding our privacy practices, please contact us at or [email protected] via our Contact Page.
1. Information We Collect
We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when contacting us, requesting technical advice, or submitting feedback. This information typically includes:
- Your name or display name
- Your email address
- Any additional context you provide regarding your indoor agricultural setup, composting equipment, soil health metrics, or microclimate systems
2. Log Files & Analytics
Hudson Valley Research Lab follows standard industry procedures using log files. These records log visitors when they browse the site. The data gathered includes:
- Internet Protocol (IP) addresses
- Browser type and operating system
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date and time stamps
- Referring and exit pages
- Approximate click counts to monitor server stability and delivery performance
This data is not linked to any personally identifiable information. We use it solely to diagnose technical server errors, analyze navigation flows across our technical guides, and improve overall reader experience.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Like most content-driven research publications, Hudson Valley Research Lab uses cookies to store information such as visitor preferences, device displays, and specific pages viewed. These cookies allow us to optimize page load speeds, maintain site functionality, and present responsive comparison tables based on your device and browser settings.
You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser settings at any time.
4. Affiliate Programs & Advertising Disclosures
Hudson Valley Research Lab is an independent technical evaluation platform supported by affiliate marketing partnerships.
- Amazon Associates Program: Hudson Valley Research Lab is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
- Affiliate Tracking: When you click on product links (such as recommendations for electric composters, smart indoor gardens, environmental sensors, or water filtration systems), the merchant partner may place an affiliate tracking cookie on your browser to credit qualifying purchases. This incurs zero additional cost to you.
- Third-Party Networks: Third-party vendor networks, ad servers, or merchant platforms may use technologies like cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons within their embedded links. These networks automatically receive your IP address when a link is clicked. Hudson Valley Research Lab has no access to or control over cookies used by third-party retailers.
5. Third-Party Privacy Policies
Our Privacy Policy does not apply to external websites or retail platforms linked within our articles. We strongly advise you to consult the respective Privacy Policies of third-party retail and manufacturing partners for their specific data handling and opt-out procedures.
6. CCPA Privacy Rights (Do Not Sell My Personal Information)
- The right to request disclosure of categories and specific pieces of personal data collected.
- The right to request deletion of any personal data collected.
- Hudson Valley Research Lab does not sell personal information to any third party.
If you make a privacy request under the CCPA, we will respond within 30 days.
7. GDPR Data Protection Rights
- Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
- Rectification: You have the right to request corrections to any information you believe is inaccurate.
- Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
8. Children’s Information
Protecting children online is paramount. Hudson Valley Research Lab does not knowingly collect any personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. If you believe your child has submitted personal details on our site, please contact us immediately, and we will promptly remove such records from our systems.