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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 4, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Käkedom Tools. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our agricultural technology platform.

Käkedom Tools is dedicated to empowering refugee farmers in Kiryandongo Refugee Camp, Uganda, through hands-on workshops, essential farming resources, and IoT-based soil monitoring technology. We believe in transparency and honesty in all our operations, including how we handle your data.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account on our platform
  • Contact us through our contact form
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
  • Participate in our farming workshops
  • Use our IoT soil monitoring devices

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
  • Location information (to provide localized farming advice)
  • Farming-related information (crop types, farm size, soil conditions)
  • Account credentials (username and password)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Operating system and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses

2.3 IoT Device Data

If you use our soil monitoring IoT devices, we collect:

  • Soil moisture levels, temperature, and pH readings
  • Device location and usage patterns
  • Environmental sensor data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our agricultural services and platform
  • Deliver personalized farming recommendations and insights
  • Process your registration and manage your account
  • Send you important notifications about workshops, resources, and updates
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Analyze soil data to improve farming practices and yield predictions
  • Improve our website, services, and IoT devices
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud

4. How We Share Your Information

We are committed to keeping your information confidential. We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Your Consent

We may share your information when you have given us explicit permission to do so.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Hosting our website and platform
  • Email communications
  • Data analytics and insights
  • Payment processing (if applicable)

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.

4.3 Partner Organizations

We may share anonymized and aggregated data with agricultural research institutions, NGOs, and humanitarian organizations to improve farming practices for refugee communities. No personally identifiable information is shared without your consent.

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Käkedom Tools, our users, or others.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data during transmission (SSL/TLS)
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Employee training on data protection

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time.
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on your consent to process your data, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@kakedomtools.org or call +256 774 330 491.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including our social media pages (Facebook, LinkedIn). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals aged 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

11. International Data Transfers

Käkedom Tools operates primarily in Uganda. If you are accessing our services from outside Uganda, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Uganda or other countries where our service providers operate. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

We are committed to addressing your concerns and working with you to resolve any privacy issues.