Privacy Policy

Public Map Platform Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit publicmap.org. By using the Website, you agree to the terms described below.

1. About Public Map Platform

Public Map Platform is a research project exploring how community-led mapping can support green transition planning. Funded by the AHRC and led by Cambridge, Cardiff, Bangor, and Wrexham Universities, it focuses on the island of Ynys Môn and is part of the Future Observatory: Design the Green Transition programme.

2. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to data collected through the Website at publicmap.org. It does not apply to external websites linked from this platform.

3. What We Collect

3.1 Anonymous Analytics

We use GoatCounter, a privacy-friendly analytics tool, to better understand how people use the site. GoatCounter:

  • Does not use cookies
  • Does not collect personally identifying information

It collects aggregated, anonymous data including:

  • Pages visited
  • Referring page (if any)
  • Browser, operating system, and device type
  • Screen size and language
  • Timestamp and approximate location (based on anonymised IP)

For more, visit goatcounter.com/privacy.

3.2 Mailing List (Optional)

If you choose to sign up for our mailing list, we will collect your email address.

  • This will only be used to send occasional updates related to the project
  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email
  • We will never sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties

We do not collect email addresses for user accounts, and no login is required to use the site.

4. Cookies

We do not use cookies for tracking or analytics.

The site may store small pieces of functional data in your browser (e.g. to remember interface preferences), but no identifying information is stored.

5. How We Use Your Data

Any data collected is used to:

  • Improve the website experience
  • Understand aggregated visitor behaviour
  • Send project updates to mailing list subscribers (only if opted in)
  • Fulfil any legal obligations

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your email from our mailing list

To exercise your rights, email contact@publicmap.org.

7. Children’s Data

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted to this page.

Last updated: 16 July 2025

Working towards a future that prioritises the wellbeing of people and planet.
Public Map Platform is being led by Cambridge, Cardiff and Wrexham Universities and is part of the Future Observatory - the Design Museum’s national research programme for the green transition. The project is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.
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