Privacy Policy for Megha DripSmart Mobile App

This privacy policy governs your use of the software applications (“Megha DripSmart”) for mobile devices that was hosted at NIC e-Gov Mobile App Store in Google Play. The Applications mainly provide eGovernance Services delivery and intend to provide better citizen services by the government. The contents published on these Applications were provided by the concerned Ministries/Departments of Government of India or the allied government establishment. This information provided through these applications may not have any legal sanctity and are for general reference only, unless otherwise specified. However, every effort has been made to provide accurate and reliable information through these applications. Users are advised to verify the correctness of the facts published here from the concerned authorities. Neither National Informatics Centre nor Government of India and its allied establishments will not be responsible for the accuracy and correctness of the contents available in these applications.

User Provided Information:

The Applications may obtain the information you provide when you download and register the Application. Registration is optional. However, please keep in mind that you may not be able to use some of the features offered by an Application unless you register.

Personal Information:

• Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other details provided during registration, purchase, or support inquiries.

Farm Data:

• Data collected through our controllers, including but not limited to:
• Soil moisture levels.
• Water usage patterns.
• Crop health metrics.
• Environmental data like temperature and humidity.

Technical Data:

• IP address, browser type, device details, and usage patterns on our website or app.

Payment Information:

• Securely processed payment details through third-party providers. We do not store credit card information.

We may disclose User provided and Automatically Collected Information:

• As required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, or similar legal process.
• When we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request;
• With our trusted services providers who work on our behalf, do not have an independent use of the information we disclose to them, and have agreed to adhere to the rules set forth in this privacy statement.
• To process transactions, fulfill orders, and provide customer support.
• To send updates, promotional materials, and service notifications.
• To improve the functionality and performance of our website, controllers, and applications.

Farm Data Usage:

• Share anonymized and aggregated farm data with government agencies, private organizations, and research institutions for agricultural studies, policy-making, and resource planning.
• Enhance Megha Agrotech products and services to benefit farmers and the agricultural community.
• Develop predictive tools, optimize irrigation efficiency, and support automation features.

Stopping Data Collection:

You can stop all collection of information by the Application easily by uninstalling the Application. You may use the standard uninstall processes as may be available as part of your mobile device or via the mobile application marketplace or network.

Data Retention Policy, Managing Your Information:

We implement the following measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted using industry-standard SSL technology.
• Access Control: Data is accessible only to authorized personnel under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Regular Audits: We perform periodic security assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities.
• Data Minimization: We only collect the information necessary for the specific purposes outlined.
• No Storage of Payment Data: Payments are processed securely by third-party gateways.
• Personal Data: Retained as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
• Farm Data: Retained for analysis and research purposes, anonymized wherever possible.

If you wish to delete or access your data, please contact us (details provided below).

Misuse by Non-Targeted Users:

All mobile apps are meant for use by the targeted audience only. Misuse by non-targeted users should be prevented by the owner of the mobile.

Security:

• Devices receive regular firmware updates to maintain security.
• Communication between controllers and our servers is encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.
• Users are encouraged to follow secure setup and maintenance practices provided in our user guides.

Data Breach Response Policy:

• We will notify affected users within 7 business days via email or in-app notifications.
• We will take immediate steps to contain the breach and protect your data.
• Authorities will be informed where required by law.

Transparency in Data Usage:

We may periodically publish transparency reports outlining:

• How farm data is shared and used to improve agricultural practices.
• Contributions made to government or private research projects.

Third-Party Services:

We do not sell personal information to third parties. However, we may use third-party services for:

• Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve our services.
• Payment processing (e.g., Razorpay, PayPal) for secure transactions.

All third-party services comply with our privacy and security standards.

Changes:

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time for any reason. We will notify you of any changes to our Privacy Policy by posting the new Privacy Policy here. You are advised to consult this Privacy Policy regularly for any changes, as continued use is deemed approval of all changes. You can check the history of this policy by clicking here.

Your Consent:

By using the Application, you are consenting to our processing of your information as set forth in this Privacy Policy now and as amended by us.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions regarding privacy while using the Application, or have questions about our practices, please contact us via email at
meghaagro@gmail.com.