Effective date: January 1st, 2024
The EBS-enabled Fieldbook app (the “App”) is an open-source mobile application whose version, which is based on the Field Book app by PhenoApps, consists of Enterprise Breeding System-specific modifications developed by the Enterprise Breeding System Team, which is hosted by Centro Internacional de Mejoramiento de Maiz y Trigo (CIMMYT) and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). The Digital Solutions Team, as part of the Breeding Resources and Services Organization (the “Administrator”), is the Administrator of the App and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how your data and other personal information are collected, used, and shared when you use the EBS-enabled Fieldbook app (the "Service").
By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, you should not use the Service.
To use the Service and provide a better experience we may collect certain information, including but not limited to your name, location, app activity and performance, as well as we will require access to your camera, microphone, gallery and storage. By providing access to these features and information, we aim to enhance the functionality and usability of the Service. Rest assured that we take your privacy and data security seriously. We only collect data that is essential for the operation of the Service, and we adhere to strict privacy standards to protect your personal information.
Name: We collect your name to personalize your experience within the Service. This may include addressing you by your name in notifications or customizing recommendations based on your preferences.
Location: Access to your location allows us to provide location-based services, such as data-tagging the location where the field data is collected, or tailoring content based on your geographic region.
App Activity and Performance: We gather data on how you interact with the app and its performance to improve our service, troubleshoot issues, and enhance overall user experience.
Camera, Microphone, Gallery, and Storage: These permissions are necessary for specific features of the Service. For example, access to the camera and microphone might be required for functionalities like adding pictures or short videos to the field data collected. Gallery and storage access could be needed for uploading or saving content generated within the Service.
We prioritize the security of your data and employ industry-standard technical and organizational measures to safeguard it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, authentication and/or access controls.
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. Your data is used solely for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We take every precaution to ensure its confidentiality and security.
For providing the Service, we may share your information with third parties in the following situations:
For ease of functionality and data transfer, users may directly interface with compatible third-party platforms using API endpoints to access existing data before initiating data collection and to upload collected data to the Service. Please note that the access and usage of such platforms are governed by their respective Privacy Policies, and users are encouraged to review and comply with these policies when interacting with external platforms.
The Administrator reserves the right to make updates to this Privacy Policy at any time. Therefore, users are encouraged to review it periodically for any changes.
If you require assistance or have any questions about our Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please reach out to us at support@ebsproject.atlassian.net. Our dedicated team is here to assist you and ensure that your privacy concerns are addressed satisfactorily.