Harvest Research Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 5/21/2026

Harvest Research (“Harvest Research,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our surveys, research studies, focus groups, interviews, websites, and related services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you participate in research activities conducted by Harvest Research, including surveys distributed on behalf of our clients.

By participating in our surveys, research studies, or related activities, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

 

Information We Collect

Depending on the type of survey or research activity, we may collect information including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • ZIP/postal code
  • Demographic information
  • Customer experience feedback
  • Survey responses
  • Behavioral or preference information
  • Device and browser information
  • IP address and usage data
  • Incentive or reward fulfillment information, if applicable

Participation in surveys and research activities is voluntary. Participants may choose not to answer certain questions or may discontinue participation at any time.

 

How We Use Information

Harvest Research may use collected information for purposes including:

  • Conducting market research and consumer insights analysis
  • Administering surveys, focus groups, interviews, and research studies
  • Evaluating customer experiences, opinions, and preferences
  • Developing aggregated research reports and statistical analysis
  • Contacting participants regarding survey participation
  • Managing incentive or reward fulfillment
  • Improving research methodologies and participant experiences
  • Maintaining quality assurance, fraud prevention, and security
  • Supporting client-sponsored research initiatives

Survey responses may be combined with responses from other participants and analyzed in aggregated or anonymized form.

Unless specifically disclosed otherwise, personally identifiable information will not be publicly disclosed or shared in identifiable form.

 

Sharing of Information

We may share information with:

  • Clients sponsoring or commissioning the research
  • Service providers assisting with survey administration, analytics, communications, hosting, or incentive fulfillment
  • Technology providers supporting survey platforms or data storage
  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law

Any information shared with clients is generally provided in aggregated or anonymized form unless otherwise disclosed as part of the research activity.

Harvest Research does not sell personal information to third parties.

 

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our websites, survey platforms, or email communications may use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, and support research administration.

These technologies may collect:

  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • IP address
  • Pages visited
  • Session duration
  • Referral source information
  • Email engagement metrics

Participants may disable cookies through browser settings, although certain functionality may become limited.

 

Third-Party Platforms & Services

Harvest Research may utilize third-party service providers or platforms for:

  • Survey hosting
  • Email distribution
  • Analytics
  • Incentive fulfillment
  • Data storage
  • Reporting

While we work with reputable service providers, third-party platforms may maintain separate privacy policies and terms of service.

 

Data Retention

Harvest Research retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Conduct research activities
  • Support reporting and analytics
  • Fulfill legal or regulatory obligations
  • Administer incentives or participant communications
  • Maintain operational and compliance records

Aggregated or anonymized research data may be retained for longer analytical or benchmarking purposes.

 

Data Security

We take commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

 

State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain states, including California, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, and Virginia, may have additional rights regarding access, correction, deletion, or limitation of the use of their personal information under applicable privacy laws.

Subject to applicable law, participants may request:

  • Access to personal information
  • Correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion of personal information
  • Withdrawal of consent
  • Information regarding data collection and usage practices

To exercise privacy-related rights, please contact us using the information below.

 

International Data Transfers

Information collected through Harvest Research may be processed, transferred, or stored within the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

By participating in our surveys or research activities, you consent to such processing and transfer.

 

Children’s Privacy

Our research activities are not directed toward children under the age of 13 unless specifically disclosed and conducted with legally required parental or guardian consent.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate consent.

 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Harvest Research may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued participation following updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

 

Contact Information

Harvest Research
1408 Locust Street
Des Moines, IA 50309