Privacy Policy - Mobile Application

Last Updated: December 2025

1. Introduction

The Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (“FAREI”) provides this Mobile Application for informative purposes. We respect the privacy of all users of the Mobile Application. This Privacy Policy explains how FAREI treats your information. By using the Mobile Application, you consent to the processing of your information as set forth in this policy.

2. Information Collection and Use

FAREI generally does not ask for personal details from users accessing and using the Mobile Application. However, if any personal data is collected for the purpose of operating the application:

  • It will be processed in a transparent manner in accordance with the laws of Mauritius.

  • Some data may be required for the Mobile Application to function properly.

  • Data may be grouped with other data to help FAREI improve its services.

Legal Basis for Processing The processing of data is based on:

  1. Consent; or

  2. Legitimate Interests (i.e., the proper administration of the Mobile Application).

3. Data Processing and Security

Any data collected is processed using computers and IT-enabled tools as appropriate. FAREI takes security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, or unauthorized destruction of the data.

4. Third-Party Access and Disclosure

FAREI will not share information provided by a user with any third party except in the ways set out in this privacy statement.

Service Providers We may share data with FAREI’s trusted service providers. These providers:

  • Do not have an independent use of the information disclosed to them.

  • Have agreed to adhere to the rules set out in this privacy statement.

Legal and Safety Disclosures FAREI may disclose data collected when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal processes as required by law.

  • Protect FAREI’s rights.

  • Protect a user’s safety or the safety of others.

  • Investigate fraud or respond to a government request.

  • Use in Court proceedings arising from the improper use of the Mobile Application.

Aggregated Data Only aggregated and anonymized data may be transmitted to external services to help FAREI improve the Mobile Application.

5. Data Retention

FAREI will retain any data collected for as long as the Mobile Application is being used by a user and for a reasonable time thereafter. All personal data is retained in accordance with prevailing Data Protection Laws.

6. User Rights and Opt-Out Options

Opt-Out

  • Stop Collection: A user can stop all collection of information by uninstalling the Mobile Application.

  • Push Notifications: Users can stop receiving push notifications by changing the settings on their mobile device.

Your Rights While FAREI aims to provide a gist of fundamental rights, users are advised to read official guidance from relevant authorities to be fully informed of their rights under Data Protection Laws.

7. Links to Other Sites

The Mobile Application contains links to other websites for information and convenience only. If you follow a link to another site or service:

  • This Privacy Policy will no longer apply.

  • FAREI is not responsible for the information handling practices of third-party sites.

  • Users are encouraged to read the privacy policies appearing on those third-party sites.

8. Disclaimer of Liability

Accuracy and Content

  • Information on the Mobile Application is for informative purposes only and may include views of third parties that do not necessarily reflect the views of FAREI.

  • FAREI disclaims responsibility for errors, omissions, discrepancies, or information deformed through human or computer error.

  • Material from the Application is not to be used as evidence for court proceedings.

Technical Issues and Links

  • FAREI accepts no liability for negligence or loss resulting from the use of, or reliance upon, the information provided.

  • FAREI does not accept responsibility for the reliability or accuracy of linked websites, nor does it guarantee their availability.

  • FAREI will not accept liability for loss, disruption, or damage to data or computer systems occurring while using material from the Application.

  • While FAREI tests material for viruses, users are advised to run anti-virus programs on downloaded materials.

9. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be amended from time to time. FAREI will notify you of changes by posting the new Privacy Policy here. Continued use of the application is deemed approval of all changes.

Compliance As of December 2025, this Privacy Policy complies with the Data Protection Act 2017.