Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 2026

"Ecoparsec" NGO ("we", "us", or "our") operates the ecomap platform (accessible at https://ecomap.ngo, hereinafter referred to as the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Data when you use our Platform and the choices you have associated with that data.

1. Data We Collect

We collect several different types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our service to you:

• Account Data: Email address, name/username, and authentication details provided during registration.
• Geographic & User Content Data: Location markers, coordinates, text descriptions, media uploads (photos), and metadata attached to map layers you submit.
• Usage & Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, diagnostic log data, and interaction timestamps.
• Cookies: Necessary session cookies for user authentication and security.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use the collected data to:

• Provide, maintain, and secure user accounts on the Platform.
• Display user contributions and attribution on map layers (where applicable).
• Communicate critical security updates, technical notices, or respond to support inquiries.
• Process and aggregate open environmental data for civic research and public benefit.

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your Personal Data to third parties. We may share data only under the following circumstances:

• Public Map Data: Information you explicitly choose to post on public map layers (such as markers, public notes, or uploaded photos) will be visible to the public.
• Service Providers: Trusted third-party infrastructure providers (e.g., hosting services, database servers) strictly to operate the Platform.
• Legal Requirements: If required by applicable laws of the Republic of Armenia or valid requests by public authorities.

4. Data Rights & Account Deletion

You have the right to access, update, or delete your Personal Data at any time:

• You can manage or delete your profile details via your account settings.
• You can request the complete deletion of your account and associated personal data by contacting us at [email protected].

5. Security & Retention

We maintain appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your Personal Data. We retain your Personal Data only for as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide you with the Platform's services.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Organization: "Ecoparsec" NGO, Yerevan, Republic of Armenia