Legal Document

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 15th May, 2024

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) outlines how Livestock Agritech Solutions LTD (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal data in accordance with the provisions of The Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (“Act”). This Policy describes the type of data we may collect from you (“you”, “user”, “your”) on the livestocx.com.ngor livestocx.com (“Website”) and the Livestocx App (“App”). Please read this Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it.

1. Definitions

1.1. “Personal data” refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (“data subject”) as defined in the Act.

1.2. “Data controller” refers to Livestocx Agritech Solutions LTD, the entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

1.3. “Data processor” refers to any entity that processes personal data on behalf of Livestocx Agritech Solutions LTD.

1.4. “Processing” refers to any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, such as collection, recording, organization, storage, adaptation, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure, erasure, or destruction.

2. Principles of Personal Data Processing

2.1 We are committed to processing personal data in accordance with the principles set forth in the Act. Personal data will be:

Processed in a fair, lawful, and transparent manner.
Collected for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes.
Adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary.
Retained for no longer than necessary.
Accurate, complete, and kept up to date.
Processed in a manner that ensures appropriate security.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

3.1 We process personal data only when we have a lawful basis:

3.1.1. Consent: When the data subject has given and not withdrawn consent.

3.1.2. Contractual necessity: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract.

3.1.3. Legal obligation: Compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.

3.1.4. Vital interests: To protect the vital interests of the data subject or another person.

3.1.5. Public interest: For tasks carried out in the public interest.

3.1.6. Legitimate interests: For our legitimate interests or those of a third party.

4. Data Subject Rights

4.1.1. Right to information: As provided by the Act.

4.1.2. Right of access: As provided by the Act.

4.1.3. Right to rectification: As provided by the Act.

4.1.4. Right to erasure: As provided by the Act.

4.1.5. Right to restriction of processing: As provided by the Act.

4.1.6. Right to data portability: As provided by the Act.

4.1.7. Right to object: As provided by the Act.

4.1.8. Right not to be subject to automated decision-making: As provided by the Act.

5. Data Security

5.1 We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure security and confidentiality. This includes encryption, cookies for analytics, and browser session monitoring to improve performance. We encourage you not to share passwords.

6. Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 We may share data with service providers, business partners, or due to legal requirements and business transfers. While we use reasonable efforts to secure your information, the Internet and mobile apps are not 100% secure.

7. International Data Transfers

7.1 If we transfer personal data to a country outside the jurisdiction of the Act, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect the personal data, such as using standard contractual clauses approved by the relevant authorities.

8. Children’s Privacy

8.1 Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from children without the consent of their parents or legal guardians, except as permitted by applicable law.

9. Data Retention

9.1 We will retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will securely dispose of personal data when it is no longer needed, in which beyond the time necessary, Livestock Agritech Solutions LTD will keep anonymised copies of all information for research and historical purposes.

10. Google API Service Compliance

Livestock Agritech Solutions LTD complies with the Google API Service: User Data Policy regarding the access, use, storage, and sharing of Google user data.

10.1 Information Collection and Use: When you use our application through Google OAuth, we collect basic profile information (Name, email address, and profile picture) with your explicit consent.

10.2 Purpose of Data Collection: We use the collected information to authenticate and identify users, provide personalized services, and improve our application's performance and user experience.

10.3 Data Sharing and Disclosure: We do not share your Google account information with third parties, except as necessary to comply with legal obligations or to protect the security and integrity of our services.

10.4 Data Security: We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

10.5 User Rights: You have the right to access, update, or delete your information.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

11.1 We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will provide notice of any material changes by posting the updated Policy on our Website and App or by other appropriate means.

12. Contact Us

12.1 If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at info@livestocx.com.

13. Governing Law

13.1 This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Nigeria. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Policy shall be resolved in the courts of Nigeria.

Please review this policy periodically. By continuing to use our services, you consent to the processing of your data as described.