Last Updated: [11 November, 2024]
Welcome to Transport Data Commons. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information related to our data portal and our users. Our goal is to maintain transparency and to protect the privacy of visitors and users of our services. By using our data portal, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1. Personal Information
We do not require you to provide any personal information to access open data on our portal. However, we may collect personal information in specific cases, such as:
- When you create an account to gain advanced access features (e.g. data submission, API keys).
- When you contact us through our website or subscribe to our newsletter.
We ask for the following optional information on sign-up:
- Name to identify authorship of data.
- Organisation to associate datasets to your institution.
1.2. Usage Data
We may collect certain information about your use of the portal automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited on our site
- Date and time of access
- Referring website (if applicable)
This information is collected to help us improve user experience and ensure the portal functions securely.
1.3. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and enable certain features, such as user preferences and authentication. You can control cookie settings in your browser to accept or reject them.
2. Use of Information
We may use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services: Usage data helps us analyze and enhance the portal’s functionality.
- To communicate with you: If you subscribe to our communications, we may send you updates, newsletters, or important notices.
- To ensure security and prevent misuse: Information may be used to identify, prevent, or respond to potentially harmful activity on the portal.
3. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except in the following cases:
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may share information with authorities.
- Service Providers: We may work with third-party service providers to support our website operations (e.g., hosting or analytics), who are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Transport Data Commons, its users, or the public.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or deletion. However, no method of data transmission or storage is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct or update any incorrect or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of certain types of data processing
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@transport-data.org.
7. Third-Party Links
Our portal may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our data portal is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the portal after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Transport Data Commons Initiative
Email: contact@transport-data.org