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At Wildlife Monitoring Equipment (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our customers—primarily academic researchers, conservation organizations, and field biologists worldwide. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website wildlifesensortech.com or make purchases from us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, institutional affiliation, email address, phone number, shipping/billing address, and payment details when you place an order.
  • Transaction Information: Details about purchases, payment methods, order history, and shipping information.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and device information.
  • Communication Data: Records of correspondence when you contact our support team at [email protected].
  • Institutional Data: Purchase order details, grant information, and procurement requirements for organizational customers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

  • Process and fulfill orders for ecological research equipment
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Manage institutional purchase orders and split billing arrangements
  • Generate receipts with both USD and approximate local currency amounts
  • Improve our website and services for the scientific community
  • Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent transactions
  • Communicate about order status, shipping updates, and expedition support services

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share information in these limited circumstances:

  • Payment Processors: PCI-DSS compliant partners for secure transaction processing (Visa, MasterCard, JCB, PayPal)
  • Shipping Providers: Necessary delivery information to fulfill orders globally (excluding restricted regions)
  • Academic Institutions: With permission, to coordinate procurement for research departments
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety

We never sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement robust security measures appropriate for scientific equipment purchases:

  • 256-bit SSL encryption for all data transmissions
  • Tokenized card processing through banking partners
  • PCI-DSS compliant systems with regular security audits
  • Fraud monitoring specific to scientific equipment purchases
  • Secure storage with access limited to authorized personnel

While we take reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information
  • Object to or restrict certain data processing
  • Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before processing requests.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain secure shopping sessions
  • Remember your preferences (e.g., currency display)
  • Analyze website traffic to improve our services
  • Provide relevant content about wildlife monitoring equipment

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

As we serve a global scientific community (excluding certain Asian regions), your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for these transfers.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:

Wildlife Monitoring Equipment
865 Ashcraft Court
San Diego, US 92123
Email: [email protected]