Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Wildlife Research & Training Institute (WRTI) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, postal address)
• Professional information (organization, job title, area of expertise)
• Account credentials (username and password for registered users)
• Research data and publications you submit
• Communications you send to us

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website addresses
• Date and time of visits

2.3 Research Data

As a research institution, we collect and process wildlife conservation data, including species information, population data, habitat details, and ecological research findings. This data is collected for scientific research and conservation purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our website and services
• To process and respond to your inquiries and requests
• To send you updates about conservation efforts and research findings
• To improve our website and user experience
• To conduct wildlife conservation research and analysis
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• To collaborate with other research institutions and conservation organizations

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Research Collaboration: With partner institutions for collaborative research projects
• Government Agencies: With relevant government bodies for conservation policy and management
• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist in operating our website
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Public Research: Aggregated, anonymized data for scientific publications

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Employee training on data protection
• Secure data storage facilities

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Essential cookies required for website functionality cannot be disabled.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

9. International Data Transfers

As an international research institution, we may transfer data across borders for research collaboration. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

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