Kilimo Mkononi Data Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 23rd July, 2025

At Kilimo Mkononi, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Data Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our mobile application, Kilimo Mkononi, designed to assist farmers with weather forecasts, pest and disease identification, data storage, and more. By accessing and using Kilimo Mkononi, you agree to the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information:

• Name (if you provide it)
• Email address (if you create an account or subscribe to notifications)
• Phone number (optional for account verification or support)
• Location data (e.g., GPS coordinates to provide location-based weather forecasts or pest data)

b. Usage Data:

• Device Information: Type of device, operating system version, and device settings.
• Usage Data: How often and for how long you use the application, the features you access, and interactions with content.
• Log Data: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, and timestamps.

c. Location Data: If you choose to enable location-based services, we collect your geolocation.

d. Agricultural Data:

• Crop data: Type of crops planted, planting/harvest dates, yield predictions.
• Pest and disease reports: Information entered by you.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To deliver weather forecasts and pest/disease identification.
• To monitor and enhance app performance.
• To personalize your experience.
• To provide customer support.
• To send important updates or alerts.
• To send marketing (if you opt-in).

3. How We Share Your Information

• With trusted service providers.
• For legal reasons.
• With your consent.

4. Data Security

We use encryption, secure servers, and safeguards to protect your data, but no method is 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary. You may request deletion by contacting us at infojvalmacis@gmail.com.

6. Your Rights and Choices

• Access and correct your data.
• Request deletion.
• Opt out of marketing.
• Disable location services.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies to enhance user experience. Types include:

• Essential Cookies
• Analytics Cookies
• Advertising Cookies (if opted in)

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in other countries. We take safeguards to protect it.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Contact us if this occurs.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy. Check the Effective Date above. Continued use means acceptance of updates.

11. Contact Us

Kilimo Mkononi Support
Email: infojvalmacis@gmail.com
Phone: +254798075587
Website: https://jvalmacis.com