Privacy Notice

Website: Leaf Me Be

Contact: Contact@leafmebe.co.uk

Who we are

Leaf Me Be is a UK based online plant shop.

We are responsible for how your personal data is collected and used.

What information we collect

When you place an order we collect:

  • Name

  • Billing and delivery address

  • Email address

  • Phone number (optional)

  • Order details

Payments are processed securely by third party providers such as Stripe or PayPal.

We do not store your full payment details.

When you create an account

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Password (encrypted)

  • Order history

When you sign up to our mailing list

  • Email address

  • Name (if provided)

  • Website data (cookies and analytics)

We may collect:

  • IP address

  • Device and browser type

  • Pages visited and time spent on site

Our website is hosted on Squarespace, which securely stores this data.

How we use your data

  • We use your data to:

  • Process and deliver your orders

  • Send order updates

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Manage your account

  • Send marketing emails (only if you opt in)

  • Improve our website and services

Legal basis

We rely on:

  • Contract – to fulfil orders

  • Legal obligation – for accounting and tax records

  • Consent – for marketing emails

  • Legitimate interest – to improve our website and prevent fraud

Sharing your data

We only share data where necessary:

  • Squarespace (website platform)

  • Payment providers (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)

  • Delivery companies

  • Marketing emails via google workspace (leaf me be)

We do not sell your data.

How long we keep your data

  • Orders: up to 6 years (legal requirement)

  • Accounts: until deleted

  • Marketing data: until you unsubscribe

Your rights

You can:

  • Request access to your data

  • Ask for corrections

  • Request deletion

  • Withdraw consent (for marketing)

  • You can also complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Make the website function properly

  • Remember your basket

  • Understand how visitors use the site

You can manage cookies through your browser or cookie banner.

Updates

We may update this notice occasionally. Changes will appear on this page.