GDF Ventures
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
GDF Ventures ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (gdfventures.app), use our geospatial AI solutions, or interact with our services.
By accessing or using our services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access our services.
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Contact us through our website or email
- Request information about our services
- Create an account or register for our platform
- Subscribe to our newsletters or updates
- Submit project inquiries or service requests
This information may include:
- Name and job title
- Company/organization name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business address
- Project requirements and specifications
2.2 Technical and Usage Information
When you visit our website or use our services, we automatically collect:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and version
- Device information (type, operating system, unique identifiers)
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website addresses
- Date and time of access
- Clickstream data and interaction with our services
2.3 Geospatial and Project Data
In providing our geospatial AI services, we may process:
- Satellite imagery and aerial photographs
- Geographic coordinates and location data
- Maps and spatial datasets
- Environmental and agricultural data
- Urban planning information
- Custom datasets provided by clients
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
3.1 Service Delivery
- Provide, operate, and maintain our geospatial AI solutions
- Process and analyze spatial data as requested
- Deliver custom applications and integration services
- Provide technical support and customer service
3.2 Business Operations
- Communicate with you about services, updates, and inquiries
- Send administrative information and service notifications
- Respond to your questions and fulfill your requests
- Process transactions and manage billing
3.3 Improvement and Development
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
- Develop new features and capabilities
- Conduct research and development
- Ensure quality control and service optimization
3.4 Marketing and Communications
- Send promotional communications (with your consent)
- Provide relevant service recommendations
- Share case studies and industry insights
- Announce new features and services
3.5 Legal and Security
- Comply with legal obligations and regulations
- Protect against fraudulent or illegal activities
- Enforce our terms of service and agreements
- Protect our rights, privacy, safety, and property
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information based on:
- Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific purposes
- Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations
- Legitimate Interests: For our business operations, service improvement, and security
- Legal Compliance: When required by applicable laws or regulations
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
5.1 Service Providers
We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:
- Cloud hosting and data storage (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)
- Data processing and analytics
- Communication services
- Payment processing
- Technical support
5.2 Business Partners
With your consent, we may share information with:
- Technology partners for integration services
- Satellite imagery providers
- Geographic data suppliers
- Industry collaborators
5.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required to:
- Comply with applicable laws or regulations
- Respond to legal process or government requests
- Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- Investigate or prevent suspected fraud or illegal activities
5.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: Data encrypted in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
- Access Controls: Role-based access with multi-factor authentication
- Infrastructure Security: Secure cloud environments with regular updates
- Monitoring: Continuous security monitoring and threat detection
- Incident Response: Established procedures for security incidents
- Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services and fulfill contractual obligations
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Support business operations and service improvement
Specific retention periods:
- Account Information: Duration of active account plus 3 years
- Project Data: As specified in service agreements
- Communications: 5 years for business correspondence
- Technical Logs: 12 months for security and performance data
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
8.1 Access and Portability
- Request access to your personal information
- Receive a copy of your data in a structured format
8.2 Correction and Deletion
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
8.3 Restriction and Objection
- Restrict processing of your information
- Object to certain uses of your data
8.4 Consent Withdrawal
- Withdraw consent for specific processing activities
- Opt-out of marketing communications
8.5 Automated Decision-Making
- Not be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
9. International Data Transfers
As a global service provider, we may transfer your information internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards through:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Data processing agreements
- Adequacy decisions where applicable
- Privacy Shield certifications (where valid)
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover we have collected information from a child, we will promptly delete it.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain session information
- Remember preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve user experience
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect service functionality.
13. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know about personal information collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
14. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notifications for significant changes
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to be bound by its terms.