Privacy Policy
We value your trust. This policy explains how GFDIR collects, uses, and protects your information.
1. Introduction
Global Food Data & Information Repository ("GFDIR", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our website and services.
2. Information We Collect
We believe in data minimization. We only collect information that is necessary for the functionality of our services:
- Usage Data: We may collect anonymous analytics data to understand how users interact with our platform (e.g., pages visited, search queries).
- Device Information: Basic information about your device and browser to optimize your experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used solely for:
- Providing and maintaining the GFDIR service.
- Improving user experience and platform performance.
- Analyzing usage trends to guide future development.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners and trusted affiliates.
5. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience. You can choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
6. Third-Party Websites
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., data sources like CoFID, CIQUAL). We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site.
7. Changes to This Policy
GFDIR has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the top of this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at legal@gfdir.org.