Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: When you apply for access or partnership, we collect:

• Name and contact information (email, phone)
• State/location information
• Interest preferences
• Ranch/business details (for partners)

Usage Data: We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our Platform, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and manage your application
• Facilitate connections between members and partners
• Send important updates and notifications
• Improve our Platform and services
• Maintain security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

With Members: Approved ranchers and land sellers have their information displayed to members. This includes business details, contact information, and property information.

With Partners: Member contact information may be shared with ranchers and partners to facilitate connections, with appropriate consent.

With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., email delivery, database hosting).

For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

We Do Not Sell Your Data: We never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent where we rely on consent to process your data

6. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our Platform. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit Platform functionality.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or Platform notification. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

privacy@buyhalfcow.com