Seedence Privacy Policy

Introduction

Seedence, Inc. (“Seedence,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (“Website”) or use our services (“Services”). It also describes your rights regarding your personal data and how you can exercise those rights.

This Policy applies to personal data collected by Seedence through our Website, Services, and any other means that reference this Policy. By using our Website or Services, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

1. Scope of the Privacy Policy

This Policy applies to personal data that Seedence collects when you:

• Visit our Website (www.seedence.com);
• Use or interact with our Services, including any subscriptions, reports, or insights we provide;
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or other methods;
• Attend events, webinars, or networking activities hosted by Seedence;
• Apply for a job with us;
• Engage with us on social media platforms; or
• Interact with us in any other capacity.

This Policy does not apply to third-party websites or services linked to our Website. Seedence is not responsible for the content, privacy, or security practices of such third-party websites.

2. Information We Collect

A. Personal Data You Provide

We may collect the following types of personal data directly from you:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company information.
• Account Information: Login credentials, preferences, and subscription details.
• Professional Information: Job title, responsibilities, and areas of interest.
• Billing Information: Payment details, including billing address and payment method (processed securely by third-party providers).
• Event Participation: Dietary preferences and accessibility requirements (if attending events).
• Job Application Information: Education, work history, and other details submitted during the recruitment process.

B. Data Collected Automatically

We may collect certain information automatically when you visit our Website or use our Services:

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages viewed.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Session data, preferences, and interactions with our Website. (See Section 5 for more information on cookies.)
• Analytics Data: Data collected via tools like Google Analytics to understand user behavior and improve our Services.

C. Data from Third Parties

We may also obtain data from public sources, business directories, or our service providers to supplement the information we collect.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• Providing Services: To deliver reports, insights, and other resources you request.
• Account Management: To register and manage your account, including user support.
• Improving Services: To analyze usage patterns, enhance functionality, and develop new features.
• Marketing and Communication: To send newsletters, event invitations, and promotional materials (with your consent, where required).
• Event Coordination: To organize and manage events, including sending reminders and updates.
• Compliance and Security: To enforce our terms of use, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.
• Recruitment: To evaluate and process job applications.

4. Sharing Your Information

Seedence may share your personal data with the following parties:

• Service Providers: Vendors that assist with hosting, payment processing, marketing, and analytics.
• Business Partners: Collaborators who co-host events or provide complementary services.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, users, and the public.
• Corporate Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

Seedence does not sell your personal data to third parties.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies may be classified as:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website’s core functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Website.
• Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and personalized content delivery.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access and Correction: Request access to the personal data we hold about you and correct inaccuracies.
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
• Objection: Object to certain data processing activities, such as marketing.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your personal data, including encryption, firewalls, and secure servers. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your data.

9. International Data Transfers

Seedence operates globally, and your data may be processed outside your home country. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws through mechanisms like standard contractual clauses.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with their data, contact us at privacy@seedence.com.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.

If you have any questions about this Policy or our data practices, please contact us.