Privacy Policy for TigerWatch Mobile App

Last Updated: March 24, 2025

Welcome to the TigerTracker Mobile App ("App"), developed by TigerWatch, an NGO dedicated to conserving tigers in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us while using the App. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App to track tiger movements through photographs. By using the App, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the App.

• 1. Information We Collect

  We may collect the following types of information when you use the App:

  Personal Information: When you register or interact with the App, we may collect details such as your name, email address, and phone number (if provided). Photographs and Metadata: The App allows you to upload photographs of tigers to track their movements. These photos may contain metadata, such as the date, time, and location (GPS coordinates) of where the photo was taken. Device Information: We may collect information about your mobile device, including the device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and IP address. Usage Data: We may collect data on how you use the App, such as the features you access, the time spent on the App, and any errors encountered.

• 2. How We Use Your Information

  We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  Tiger Conservation: To analyze tiger movements and support conservation efforts in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve. App Functionality: To process uploaded photographs, provide tracking insights, and improve the App’s features. Communication: To send you updates, notifications, or responses to inquiries you submit through the App (if applicable). Research and Analysis: To generate aggregated, anonymized data for conservation research and reporting. Security: To protect the App from misuse and ensure its proper functioning.

• 3. How We Share Your Information

  We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

  With Conservation Partners: Aggregated or anonymized data (e.g., tiger movement patterns) may be shared with researchers, government bodies, or other NGOs for conservation purposes. Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App (e.g., cloud storage or analytics providers), under strict confidentiality agreements. Legal Obligations: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of TigerWatch, our users, or the public.

• 4. Data Storage and Security

  We store your information on secure servers and take reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Photographs and related data are retained only as long as necessary for conservation purposes or as required by law, after which they are securely deleted.

• 5. Your Choices and Rights

  You have the following rights regarding your information:

  Access and Update: You can review and update your personal information by contacting us. Opt-Out: If you receive communications from us, you can opt out by following the instructions provided in those messages. Delete: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to our legal obligations or conservation needs.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at tigerwatch.ngo@gmail.com