Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to FeatherTrail! By accessing or using our services, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our services.

2. Description of Services

FeatherTrail allows users to contribute bird sighting data, view migration predictions, and classify bird species through AI analysis. Our goal is to foster collaboration and provide meaningful insights into bird migration patterns.

3. User Responsibilities

By using FeatherTrail, you agree to:

• Submit accurate information, including bird sightings and environmental data.
• Not use the app for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose.
• Respect other users and avoid any behavior that could harm the app’s functionality or community.

4. Data Collection and Usage

The app collects data that users submit voluntarily, such as:

• Bird species, environmental conditions (temperature, wind speed, etc.), and location coordinates when you upload data.
• Location data is used only for data submissions and will not be tracked continuously in the background.
• The app does not collect any personally identifiable information unless explicitly provided (e.g., via email for support).

For details on how your data is handled, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

5. Account Termination and Data Deletion

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the app if you violate these Terms.

If you wish to have your data removed from our database, you can request this at any time by emailing us at aaronb31415@gmail.com.

6. Support and Contact Information

If you have any questions or issues, you can contact us at aaronb31415@gmail.com.

7. Changes to the Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any changes through in-app notifications or updates. Your continued use of FeatherTrail constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use FeatherTrail.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect the data that you choose to submit through the app, including:

• Bird Sighting Data: Species, environmental information (temperature, wind speed, wind direction), and geographic location (latitude and longitude).
• Location Data: We request location permissions when you submit data. Your location is only accessed during the submission process and is not tracked continuously in the background.

3. How We Use Your Data

The data you provide is used to:

• Improve our AI-powered migration predictions.
• Store and display bird sighting data to improve collective research efforts.
• Provide insights into bird migration patterns based on user-contributed data.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your data with third parties. Your data is only used internally to improve FeatherTrail's functionality and insights.

5. Data Storage and Security

All submitted data is securely stored in our database. We take appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

6. Data Deletion Requests

If you wish to have your submitted data removed from our database, you can email us at aaronb31415@gmail.com with your request. We will process data deletion requests within a reasonable timeframe.

7. Third-Party Services

FeatherTrail may integrate third-party services (e.g., map services) to provide enhanced features. These services may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. Please review their policies for more information.

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or services. You will be notified of any significant changes through in-app notifications or updates.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at aaronb31415@gmail.com.