Privacy Policy | GrowRec

InTechNova ("we", "us", "our") operates the GrowRec platform at www.intechnova.co (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: Username and hashed password when you register.
Operational Data: Environmental records, grow cycle data, harvest information, and other cultivation data you enter into the Service.
Usage Data: Log data such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps for security and performance monitoring.
Device Data: If you use our mobile app, we may collect device identifiers for push notification delivery.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide, operate, and maintain the GrowRec platform.
To authenticate users and enforce role-based access control.
To send operational notifications (e.g., environmental alerts).
To monitor and improve service performance and security.
To comply with applicable legal obligations.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share data with:

Cloud Infrastructure Providers: We use Microsoft Azure to host the Service. Data is processed in accordance with Azure's data processing terms.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Retention

We retain your account and operational data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at support@intechnova.co.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS), hashed password storage, JWT-based authentication, and role-based access controls. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate data.
Request deletion of your data.
Object to or restrict certain processing activities.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@intechnova.co.

7. Cookies

GrowRec uses browser localStorage to store your authentication token and user preferences. We do not use third-party tracking cookies or advertising cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

GrowRec is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
InTechNova
Email: support@intechnova.co
Website: www.intechnova.co