Trap Tracker – Research Software
About Trap Tracker
Trap Tracker is a research software platform developed by the Conservation AI Research Group at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU). It comprises:
- Trap Tracker Desktop – a desktop application for uploading and processing camera-trap images and videos using AI-based object detection models.
- Trap Tracker Real-Time Cameras – an application that processes images sent via email from 3G/4G camera traps triggered by passive infrared (PIR) sensors, applies species detection, and optionally issues automated alert notifications.
Trap Tracker is provided free of charge for non-commercial research, conservation, and educational use.
Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, or using Trap Tracker software, you agree to these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree, you must not use the software.
Permitted Use
You may use Trap Tracker to:
- Process camera-trap images and videos
- Identify wildlife species using provided AI models
- Receive automated alerts based on user-defined species lists
- Use outputs for research, conservation practice, monitoring, and education
Use is limited to non-commercial purposes only unless explicitly agreed in writing.
Prohibited Use
You may not:
- Use Trap Tracker for commercial services, products, or consultancy
- Sell, sublicense, or redistribute the software or derived services
- Modify, reverse engineer, or repurpose the software without permission
- Use the system for unlawful surveillance or monitoring of individuals
Alerts and Automated Decisions
Trap Tracker may generate automated classifications and alerts (e.g. detection of people, protected species, or target wildlife). These outputs:
- Are provided for decision support only
- May contain errors or misclassifications
- Should not be relied upon as the sole basis for enforcement, safety, or legal decisions
No Warranty
Trap Tracker is provided “as is” for research purposes.
We make no guarantees regarding:
- Classification accuracy
- System uptime or availability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
The developers shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from use of the software.
Changes and Feature Requests
Trap Tracker is provided as a research tool.
- Bug fixes and updates may be issued at our discretion
- Feature requests or modifications must be scoped and costed under a research agreement or funded project
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access if these terms are breached.