Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Crop IQ Privacy & Intellectual Property Protection Policy
Last Updated: [1 June 2025]
Effective For: Customers, Competitors, website visitors, and partners of Crop IQ (the "Company").
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1. Introduction
Crop IQ Technology Ltd, We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding our intellectual property (IP). This policy outlines how we collect, use, and secure your data, and strictly prohibits unauthorized use of our confidential information, trade secrets, or digital assets (e.g., product designs, photos, proprietary technology).
By accessing our website, products, or services, you agree to comply with these terms.
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2. Data We Collect
We may process:
• Customer Data: Names, contact details, payment information (encrypted), and agronomic records.
• Website Usage Data: Cookies, IP addresses, and analytics (see Cookie Policy).
• Product-Related Data: Farm inputs, equipment usage metrics, and performance feedback (anonymized where possible).
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3. How We Protect Your Data
To prevent breaches or misuse, we implement:
• Encryption: SSL/TLS for data transfers; AES-256 for stored data.
• Access Controls: Role-based permissions; multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Confidentiality Agreements: All employees/partners sign NDAs.
• Audits: Regular penetration testing and compliance reviews (GDPR, UK DPA 2018).
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4. Intellectual Property & Anti-Copying Measures
Crop IQ’s products, logos, imagery, patents, and trade secrets are protected under:
• Copyright Law (UK Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988)
• Trade Secrets Regulations (EU Trade Secrets Directive 2016)
• Patent Protections (where applicable)
Strict Prohibitions:
• No unauthorized copying, scraping, or redistribution of website content (text, images, schematics).
• No reverse-engineering of Crop IQ products or software.
• No commercial use of our IP without written consent.
Violations will result in legal action and claims for damages.
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5. Your Rights
Under GDPR/UK DPA, you may:
• Request access to, correction, or deletion of your data.
• Opt out of marketing communications.
• Withdraw consent (where applicable).
Contact: [Data Protection Officer Email/Address]
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6. Third-Party Sharing
We never sell your data. Limited sharing occurs only with:
• Trusted vendors (e.g., payment processors) under strict contracts.
• Legal authorities if required by law.
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7. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to amend this policy. Changes will be posted on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.
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Contact Us:
For privacy requests or IP infringement reports:
[info@cropiqtech.com]
[+44 (0)01639500535]________________________________________
Why This Works for Crop IQ:
• IP Protection Focus: Explicitly bans copying/scraping (deters competitors).
• Legal Precision: Cites UK/EU laws for enforceability.
• Security Transparency: Builds customer trust while safeguarding trade secrets.
• Actionable Compliance: Clear user rights and contact paths.
Need adjustments? For example:
• Add a "Whistleblower Clause" for reporting breaches?
• Specify geographic restrictions (e.g., compliance with U.S. CCPA)?
• Include DRM (Digital Rights Management) details for software?