Privacy and Data Protection (GDPR)

Consent and Data Usage

Participation in the research is voluntary, and you can request deletion of your data at any time.

The data you provide will be used exclusively for scientific and educational purposes.

Results may be included in scientific publications, reports, or popular science materials, but personal data (name, email) will not be publicly disclosed.

What Data We Collect

Required data:

  • Photos of observed oysters
  • Location and time of observation
  • Observation details (density, size, depth)
  • Observation method and experience level

Optional data:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Additional comments

Your Rights

In accordance with GDPR regulations, you have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your data
  • Export your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us through the project website.

Data Security

We use modern security measures to protect your data, including data transfer encryption and secure database access.

Data is stored on secure servers in the European Union.

Contact

For questions about data protection or exercising your rights, contact:

Institut za oceanografiju i ribarstvo
Šetalište Ivana Meštrovića 63
21000 Split, Hrvatska

Phone: 021 408 000
Web: https://jadran.izor.hr/~ezgeta/popoyster/