Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information.
Last updated: February 3, 2026
AustriaBirds ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website austriabirds.at.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide
When you contact us via email, we receive the information you choose to provide, including your email address and message content. We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry.
Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information when you visit, including:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages visited and time spent
- IP address (anonymized)
This information helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve our content.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- Improve site functionality
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality, including remembering your cookie consent choice.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We use privacy-focused analytics that do not track individual users across sites.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Improve our website content and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns to optimize site performance
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Email correspondence is retained for a reasonable period to address follow-up questions and then deleted.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external sites including BirdLife Austria, national park websites, and eBird. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Object to processing of your information
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address below.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: hello@austriabirds.at