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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 07, 2025

Welcome to Krishi Suvidha (https://krishisuvidha.in/), a platform dedicated to empowering farmers and agricultural stakeholders with resources, tools, and services. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

  • Name, Contact Details: Such as your full name, email address, phone number, or postal address when you register, contact us, or use our services.
  • Identity Information: Such as government-issued IDs (e.g., Aadhaar number, PAN card) if required for verification or scheme-related services (only partial details may be collected as per legal guidelines).
  • Location Data: Approximate location based on your IP address or specific location if you provide it voluntarily.

b. Non-Personal Information

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as pages visited, time spent, and clicks.
  • Device Information: Details like your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance (see Section 6 for more details).

c. Information from Third Parties

  • We may receive data from government portals, agricultural schemes, or partners if you link your account or access services through them.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide and improve our services, such as connecting you to agricultural resources, schemes, or tools.
  • Process registrations, inquiries, or applications you submit.
  • Communicate with you via email, SMS, or phone about updates, offers, or support.
  • Analyze website usage to enhance functionality and user experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations or government requirements.
  • Prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access to our platform.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data:

  • With Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools) who assist us in operating the website, bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • With Government Authorities: To comply with legal obligations, such as linking to agricultural schemes or subsidies.
  • In Legal Cases: If required to protect our rights, safety, or property, or to respond to court orders or law enforcement requests.

4. Your Rights

Under applicable laws, including the DPDP Act, you have rights to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Ask us to update or correct inaccurate information.
  • Deletion: Request removal of your data, subject to legal retention requirements.
  • Withdraw Consent: Opt out of data processing where consent is the basis (e.g., marketing emails).
    To exercise these rights, contact us at [insert contact email/phone number].

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security, and you share information at your own risk.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly (e.g., session management).
  • Analyze traffic and user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Offer personalized content or ads (if applicable).
    You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect your experience.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., government portals, partners). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have such data, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Please check back periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy, please reach out to us:

Krishi Suvidha is committed to safeguarding your privacy while delivering valuable agricultural services. Thank you for trusting us!