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Privacy Policy for Avian Lens

Last Updated: 26th December, 2025
 

Avian Lens (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website, avianlens.org / avianlens.net.

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1. Information We Collect

 

We collect limited personal information, only when necessary.

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a. Personal Information

We may collect:

  • Email addresses when users sign up to join bird walks or express interest in our activities.

 

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information.

 

b. Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect non-identifiable information such as:

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the website

This information is collected through analytics tools to help us understand how the website is used.

 

2. Use of Analytics

Avian Lens uses Google Analytics and other analytics services to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. These tools may collect information such as IP addresses and browsing behavior, but this data is processed in an aggregated and anonymized form where possible.

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Analytics data is used only to improve website performance, content, and user experience.

 

3. Cookies

We use basic cookies to:

  • Enable essential website functionality

  • Understand how visitors interact with the website through analytics

 

Cookies do not give us access to your personal device or personal data beyond what you voluntarily provide.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

 

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Communicate with people interested in bird walks and activities

  • Improve website content and performance

  • Monitor website usage and trends

  • Respond to inquiries or requests

 

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

 

5. Third-Party Services

The Website may use third-party services such as analytics platforms or embedded content (e.g., videos or social media). These services may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

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Avian Lens is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites or services.

 

6. Donations and Fundraising

In the future, Avian Lens may include donation or fundraising options. If third-party payment platforms are used, all financial transactions will be handled securely by those platforms, and Avian Lens will not store payment details.

 

7. Data Protection and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure.

 

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for data processing

 

Requests can be made by contacting us directly.

 

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

 

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

📧 [Insert your contact email here]

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