Privacy Policy

At The Harvest Collective, your privacy is our priority. We are committed to protecting your personal information and using it responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights concerning your information.

1. 1. Data We Collect

To operate our platform and provide our services, we collect the following information:

• 1.1 Personal Data: Name and contact information you provide when creating an account.
• 1.2 Account Information: Email address and password used to create and manage your account.
• 1.3 Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our platform, such as login activity and platform usage, which helps us improve our services.
• 1.4 Transaction Information: Records of marketplace transactions, orders, or activity on the platform necessary to operate the service.

We do not collect or store sensitive financial information such as credit card numbers. Payment processing is handled by secure third-party providers.

1. 2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and operate The Harvest Collective platform.
• Manage user accounts and transactions.
• Improve the quality and functionality of our services.
• Communicate with you about updates, platform features, and account-related matters.

1. 3. Data Security

We employ appropriate security measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure servers, and controlled access to information. Your data is stored securely and access is limited to authorized personnel only.

We will never sell, share, or rent your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

1. 4. Data Sharing

Your data may only be shared:

• With trusted service providers that help operate the platform (such as hosting, authentication, and payment processing providers).
• If required by law or legal process.

1. 5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. If you delete your account, your data will be removed or anonymized where possible.

1. 6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections to inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your account and associated data.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@theharvestcollective.org.

1. 7. Cookies

For details about how we use cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

1. 8. Children’s Privacy

Our platform is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

1. 9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page.

Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
info@theharvestcollective.org