Effective Date: 4/17/2024
This Privacy Policy describes how we at Krishi Labs ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information in connection with your use of our mobile application – Bhumi Geo. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your information.
Information We Collect
We collect two main categories of information from you
Personal Information: This includes information that can be used to identify you directly, such as:
Name
Contact Number
We collect your name and contact number to establish a connection with you within the Bhumi Geo app. This allows us to verify your identity and ensure the legitimacy of your participation in carbon offset programs.
Usage DataThis includes information about your activity within the app, such as:
Location data (with your consent)
Farmland data (polygon boundaries)
We understand the privacy concerns surrounding location data. We are committed to using it responsibly and only with your explicit consent. You can always choose to withdraw your consent for location data collection by adjusting your app settings or by contacting us.
Use of Information
We use the information we collect to:
To Provide and operate the Services :This includes verifying your identity and farmland ownership to ensure the legitimacy of carbon offset programs.
To allow you to use the geofencing tool: We use this information to define the boundaries of your farmland for accurate carbon capture calculations.
To show your live location on the app: This can improve usability by helping you visualize your farm within the app.
To connect you with potential carbon offset buyers: We will only share your farmland data with interested parties after you explicitly agree. This allows you to connect with potential buyers who are willing to invest in sustainable farming practices and support your efforts in capturing carbon.
To comply with legal obligations: We may be required to disclose your information by law, such as in response to a court order.
Transparency and Choice
We are committed to being transparent about how we use your information. We will always obtain your consent before collecting or using certain types of data, such as your location data. You can also withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your app settings or by contacting us. We want you to be in control of your information.
Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate the App, such as cloud storage providers and data analysis services. We will only share your information with service providers who agree to comply with strict data privacy standards in their contracts with us. We may also disclose your information, including your farmland data, to potential carbon offset buyers but only with your explicit consent. We will never share your information without your knowledge. We may also disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of ourselves or others.
Data Retention
We will retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We will also retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Once your account is deleted, we will delete your information within a reasonable timeframe. We will not retain your information any longer than is necessary.
Your Rights
You may have certain rights with respect to your information, including:
The right to access your information
The right to rectify inaccurate information or edit current information
The right to request the deletion of your account and your information
The right to withdraw your consent to the processing of your location data
How to Delete Your Account
You can delete your account and your information directly within the Bhumi Geo app by navigating to your profile settings and selecting the "Delete Account" option. Once you confirm your deletion request, your account and information will be deleted.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. We will notify you in the event of a security breach involving your information.
Children's Privacy
The Services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. We will take steps to delete the information from our servers.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on the App. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected]