Privacy Policy – YugKrishi

Effective Date: 01 January 2026

Last Updated: 01 January 2026

YugKrishi (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is operated by MicroKernel IT Services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

This Privacy Policy applies to the YugKrishi mobile application, website (https://yugkrishi.com), and all related services. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

Full Name
Mobile Number
Email Address
User Type (Farmer / Expert / Admin)

This information is collected during registration, login, or account updates.

1.2 Location Information

With your explicit permission, we may collect approximate or precise location data to provide services such as:

Local market prices (Mandi rates)
Weather forecasts
Crop advisory recommendations
Nearby agricultural resources

You may disable location access anytime from your device settings.

1.3 Camera & Image Data

Users may capture or upload images for pest detection, disease identification, and crop analysis features. Images are processed only for providing agricultural insights and are not used for advertising purposes.

1.4 Usage & Analytics Data

We may automatically collect non-personal data such as device type, operating system, app version, session duration, and crash reports to improve performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

Provide core application functionality
Authenticate users and manage accounts
Deliver personalized agricultural services
Improve system performance and features
Send important notifications and updates
Prevent fraud or misuse
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or trade personal information.

3. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data. Information may only be shared:

With trusted service providers necessary for app functionality
When required by law or government authorities
To protect legal rights and user safety

4. Advertisements & Google Services

YugKrishi may display advertisements through Google AdSense (website) and Google AdMob (mobile application).

These services may collect device identifiers, cookies, or advertising IDs to serve personalized or non-personalized ads.

Users can manage ad personalization through: Google Ad Settings.

YugKrishi does not control how third-party advertising partners process user data.

5. Cookies & Tracking (Website)

Our website may use essential cookies for login/session management, analytics cookies for performance tracking, and advertising cookies for ad delivery. Users can control cookies through browser settings.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical safeguards including secure server hosting, encrypted HTTPS transmission, and role-based access controls. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal requirements. Users may request account deletion at any time.

8. User Rights

Access personal information
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request account or data deletion
Withdraw location permissions

9. Children’s Privacy

YugKrishi does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age. If such data is identified, it will be removed immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of services after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy:

YugKrishi
MicroKernel IT Services
Email: support@yugkrishi.com
Website: https://yugkrishi.com

This Privacy Policy complies with Google Play User Data Policy, Google AdMob Policies, and Google AdSense Program Policies.