Your Privacy Matters

Privacy Policy forAgricKonnect

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use AgricKonnect.

Data Protection

Your farm data is encrypted and securely stored

Transparency

Clear information about data collection and use

Last Updated

January 15, 2025

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Full name and contact information (phone number, email address)

  • Farm location and agricultural activities

  • Profile photos and farm documentation

  • Payment and billing information for premium services

Agricultural Data

  • Crop photos uploaded for AI diagnosis

  • Farm management records and crop data

  • Weather and location information

  • Market transaction history and preferences

Usage Information

  • App usage patterns and feature interactions

  • Device information and operating system

  • IP address and geographic location

  • Browser type and version (for web users)

How We Use Your Information

Core Services

  • Provide AI-powered crop disease diagnosis and recommendations

  • Deliver personalized weather forecasts and agricultural advisories

  • Connect you with relevant buyers and market opportunities

  • Maintain and improve our agricultural knowledge base

Communication

  • Send important service updates and agricultural alerts

  • Provide customer support and technical assistance

  • Share relevant agricultural news and market information

  • Process subscription payments and billing communications

Platform Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

  • Improve AI diagnosis accuracy with anonymized data

  • Develop new features based on user needs

  • Ensure platform security and prevent fraudulent activities

Information Sharing

We Never Sell Your Data

  • Your personal information is never sold to third parties

  • Farm data remains confidential and is not shared without consent

  • Crop photos are only used for AI diagnosis and improvement

  • Contact information is only used for AgricKonnect services

Limited Sharing Scenarios

  • Verified buyers (only when you explicitly agree to connect)

  • Agricultural researchers (only anonymized, aggregated data)

  • Service providers who help us operate the platform (under strict agreements)

  • Government agencies when required by Nigerian law

Data Protection Measures

  • All third-party providers sign data protection agreements

  • Data is anonymized before sharing for research purposes

  • You can opt out of data sharing for research at any time

  • Buyer connections require your explicit consent for each interaction

Data Security

Technical Safeguards

  • Industry-standard encryption for data transmission and storage

  • Secure servers hosted in certified data centers

  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

  • Multi-factor authentication for account protection

Access Controls

  • Limited employee access to personal information

  • Role-based permissions for internal team members

  • Regular training on data protection best practices

  • Strict audit logs for all data access activities

Data Backup and Recovery

  • Regular automated backups of your agricultural data

  • Secure backup storage in multiple geographic locations

  • Disaster recovery procedures to ensure data availability

  • Data integrity checks to prevent corruption or loss

Your Rights and Control

Access and Portability

  • Request a copy of all your personal data at any time

  • Export your farm data in standard formats

  • View all agricultural records and transaction history

  • Receive data within 30 days of your request

Correction and Deletion

  • Update your personal information through app settings

  • Request correction of inaccurate farm or contact data

  • Delete your account and associated data permanently

  • Request removal of specific agricultural records

Communication Preferences

  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time

  • Choose which types of agricultural alerts to receive

  • Control frequency of weather and market notifications

  • Unsubscribe from all non-essential communications

Nigeria Data Protection Compliance

NDPR Compliance

  • Full compliance with Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)

  • Lawful basis for processing all personal data

  • Clear consent mechanisms for data collection

  • Regular compliance audits by certified data protection officers

Local Data Processing

  • Primary data processing occurs within Nigeria

  • Local customer support team in Lagos, Abuja, and Kano

  • Nigerian banking partners for secure payment processing

  • Compliance with Central Bank of Nigeria regulations

Agricultural Data Sovereignty

  • Support for Nigeria's agricultural development goals

  • Contribution to national food security initiatives

  • Collaboration with Nigerian agricultural research institutions

  • Respect for traditional farming knowledge and practices

Privacy Questions or Concerns?

Our Data Protection Officer and privacy team are here to help you understand how we protect your information and exercise your privacy rights.

Email

privacy@agrickonnect.ng

Phone

+234 800 AGRIC (247425)

Data Protection Officer

Dr. Adunni Oduya

This privacy policy was last updated on January 15, 2025. We will notify you of any material changes to this policy.

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