Effective Date: 1/12/2024

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Introduction

At Lands Commission, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, address, contact information (phone number, email), and national identification details.
• Property Information: Information related to property ownership, property details, and geographical location.
• Financial Information: Payment information, bank details, and transaction history for property purchases or related services.
• Technical Information: IP addresses, browser type, device information, and usage patterns for website visitors.

How We Use Your Data

Your data is collected and processed for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage services related to land registration, title search, property valuation, and land transactions.
• To communicate with you regarding your transactions, applications, or other inquiries.
• To maintain accurate records of property ownership and land titles.
• To improve our services by analyzing usage patterns and optimizing our digital platforms.
• To comply with legal obligations or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content provided by Lands Commission, including text, images, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by or licensed to us. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or otherwise use our content without prior written consent.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may disclose your information to third parties under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: To trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our services, provided they adhere to strict data protection requirements.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, such as in response to court orders, regulatory requirements, or legal processes.
• Public Records: Certain property information may be made publicly available as part of land ownership records.

Data Security

We take data protection seriously and implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes secure servers, firewalls, and encryption where applicable.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal, regulatory, or internal policy requirements.

Your Rights

Depending on the laws in your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
• Objection: You may object to the processing of your data for certain purposes.
• Portability: You may request to transfer your data to another service provider.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@lc.gov.gh.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These help us understand website traffic and improve functionality. You can control your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes via our website or other appropriate channels.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, please contact us at legal@lc.gov.gh