Privacy Policy – ELOC Control Panel

Wildlifebug ("we," "us," or "our") operates the ELOC Control Panel mobile application ("the App"). Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This privacy policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have regarding your information when using the App.

Information We Collect

• Personal Information: If you contact support or register the app, we may collect your email address or other voluntary contact information.
• Location Data: The app may access your device's location in order to map and display the positions of ELOC bioacoustic recorders, if you authorize this function.
• Device Data: The App connects to ELOC devices via Bluetooth. Bluetooth signal information (including strength) may be processed but is not stored or shared externally.
• Metadata and Settings: The App allows configuration and uploading of metadata for ELOC devices, such as device name, sample rate, microphone gain, and recorder location.

How We Use Information

• App Functionality: Data is used exclusively to allow users to configure, control, and monitor ELOC devices.
• Support: Contact information is used to respond to user-initiated support or feedback.
• Improvements: Aggregated, anonymized system data may be analyzed to improve app reliability and features.

Data Sharing

We do not share your personal data with third parties.

Metadata uploaded through the App is used only for device monitoring and management. No data is published or distributed without your explicit action or consent.

Data Security

• All sensitive data is encrypted in transit between your device and ELOC recorders.
• We take reasonable measures to protect information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Data Retention and Deletion

• You may request deletion of your personal data or support correspondence at any time by contacting us at contact email.
• Data stored on your device or uploaded to ELOC devices can be removed by using the provided App controls.

User Choices

• You may choose to disable location access, but some functionality (such as mapping device locations) may be limited.
• Bluetooth access is required for connecting to ELOC devices.

Children's Privacy

The App is not designed for children under the age of 13. No personal data is knowingly collected from children.

Changes to This Policy

Updates to this privacy policy will be posted within the App and on our website at https://wildlifebug.com. Continued use of the App after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.