| The KGIS website makes some use of data that directly or indirectly identifies users. We take great care with practices that affect personal privacy.
Data that in some way identifies the user is gathered during interactions with the KGIS website in the following circumstances:
Computer Information:
It is a necessary part of visiting any website that the user's web browser provides the machine's identity (its IP address) to the web server, so that the server can address the reply to the correct machine. In addition, the browser type and operating system are provided.
Navigation:
Browsing the website generates a trail of pages visited by the user. In addition, most browsers deliver the URL of the page that linked to this website.
Registration:
Information solicited for registration may include personal details, employment and research associations, and such detail as is necessary to facilitate those interactions related to information on data updates and project developments.
Data Storage and Use
All personal data described in the preceding sections is stored in transmission logs, and archived for a period that is to be at least 12 months.
The data described above is used by the site software, and by people involved in the website operation, only for:
1. Website and system administration.
2. Customisation of the website to the user's needs.
3. Evaluation, research and development.
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