BirdGuide respects visitor privacy. This policy explains the types of information that may be processed when you use the website and how that information may be used. The exact services used may change as BirdGuide develops, and this page will be updated when material changes are made.
Information collected automatically
Like most websites, the web server and WordPress hosting environment may record technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, referring page, requested pages, timestamps and error logs. This information is generally used for security, troubleshooting, performance monitoring and understanding how the website is used.
Cookies
WordPress and connected services may use cookies or similar technologies for functions such as security, preferences, administration, analytics or advertising. The cookies present can depend on which optional services are enabled on the site.
Analytics and advertising
BirdGuide may use analytics to understand page visits and improve the site. The site may also display third-party advertising in the future. Analytics or advertising providers may use cookies, device identifiers or similar technologies subject to their own privacy policies and applicable consent requirements.
Where required, BirdGuide will provide appropriate notice or consent controls before activating non-essential tracking technologies.
Information you choose to provide
If you contact BirdGuide, information you voluntarily provide — such as your name, email address, message, correction request or licensing enquiry — may be used to respond to the request and maintain necessary records. Do not submit sensitive personal information that is not needed for the enquiry.
Third-party links
BirdGuide links to external resources including bird organisations, museums, image repositories and licensing pages. Those websites are operated independently and have their own privacy practices. BirdGuide is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites.
Image attribution and licensing records
BirdGuide records information needed to respect image licences, which may include a photographer or creator name, source page, licence type and attribution wording. This information is retained as part of the site’s editorial and licensing records.
Data security and retention
Reasonable measures are used to protect the website and information associated with it. No internet service can guarantee absolute security. Information is kept only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, legal obligations, site security or legitimate record-keeping.
Changes to this policy
This privacy policy may be revised as BirdGuide adds features such as analytics, advertising or public contact forms. The current version published on this page applies to use of the website.
Questions
For privacy questions, use the BirdGuide contact page.