Data We Collect

Trap Tracker collects minimal user information solely for research impact and usage monitoring:

  • Name or username
  • Email address
  • Encrypted password credentials
  • Application usage metrics (e.g. downloads, logins)

Data We Do Not Collect

We do not collect, store, or access:

  • Camera-trap images or videos
  • Email contents or attachments
  • Location data
  • Personal data about subjects captured in images

All image processing occurs locally on the user’s machine.


Purpose of Data Collection

User data is used only to:

  • Manage access to the software
  • Quantify research impact (e.g. usage statistics)
  • Support reporting to funders and the University

Data Storage and Security

  • Credentials are securely stored and encrypted
  • No images or sensitive data are transmitted or retained
  • Data is not shared with third parties

User Rights

Users may request access to or deletion of their account data by contacting the project team.

Trap Tracker complies with UK GDPR and institutional data protection policies.