BRIDGE (Barbados Resource Information Digital Graph Ecosystem)
Effective Date: January 30th, 2026
Last Updated: January 30th, 2026
1. Overview
This Privacy Notice explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you use BRIDGE.
BRIDGE is intended for authorized Government users and is operated in accordance with applicable laws of Barbados and relevant Government policies.
2. Who Controls the Information
2.1 Data Controller
Ministry of Industry, Innovation, Science & Technology, Barbados is the data controller for information processed through BRIDGE.
2.2 Data Processor
Amini Corp is a technology service provider acting as a data processor, processing information only on documented Government instructions.
3. What Information We Collect
BRIDGE may collect the following categories of information:
3.1 User-Provided Information
- prompts, questions, and queries you submit
- files or documents you upload (if enabled)
- feedback you provide (ratings, corrections, comments)
3.2 System-Generated Information
- AI outputs generated in response to queries
- citations, references, or retrieved excerpts (where available)
3.3 Technical and Security Information
- device and browser information
- IP address and network identifiers
- timestamps and session metadata
- authentication logs (login success/failure)
- audit logs of access and activity
3.4 Organizational Information
- your name, username, department, role, and authorization level
- access entitlements and permissions
4. Sensitive Information
BRIDGE may process sensitive or confidential government information depending on your role and datasets enabled.
You must not input:
- personal health information,
- national identification numbers,
- bank/payment card details,
- passwords or authentication secrets,
- classified or restricted data beyond your authorization,
unless explicitly required for official work and permitted by applicable policies.
5. How We Use Information
We use information to:
5.1 Provide the Service
- retrieve and present relevant government information
- generate summaries and explanations
5.2 Improve BRIDGE
- evaluate accuracy and relevance
- improve retrieval performance and response quality
- troubleshoot system issues
5.3 Security and Compliance
- detect misuse, unauthorized access, or threats
- enforce policies and legal obligations
5.4 Recordkeeping
- maintain records as required by law and government policy
6. Legal Basis
Information is processed for:
- performance of official functions and provision of government services
- compliance with legal obligations
- legitimate operational and security interests of Government systems
7. Sharing and Disclosure
Information may be shared only as needed with:
- authorized Government administrators and officials
- Amini (as processor) for system maintenance/support
- auditors, regulators, or law enforcement where legally required
- approved infrastructure operators (if applicable)
BRIDGE does not sell personal information.
8. Data Storage and Location
BRIDGE is deployed on secure on-premises infrastructure located in Barbados.
If any components require offsite processing (e.g., updates, support tooling), this will be governed by Government controls and contracts.
9 Retention
Information is retained according to Government retention schedules, including:
- query logs and audit trails
- uploaded documents (if enabled)
10. Security Measures
Security controls may include:
- role-based access control (RBAC)
- least-privilege permissions
- encryption in transit and at rest (where applicable)
- audit logging and monitoring
- vulnerability management and patching
- incident response procedures
No system can guarantee absolute security.
11. Your Rights
You may have rights regarding information associated with your use of BRIDGE, including:
- access to your information
- correction of inaccurate information
- restriction or objection in certain circumstances
To exercise these rights, contact us.
12. Updates to This Privacy Notice
We may update this Privacy Notice to reflect changes in BRIDGE, law, or policy. Updated versions will be published via official channels.
13. Contact
For privacy questions or requests:
END OF PRIVACY NOTICE