Data Policy

RobinTales Bird Identifier App Policy & Technical Disclaimer

Effective Date: 20/08/2024

Introduction

RobinTales provides a bird identification service using advanced AI technology. This policy outlines the process by which images are identified, details on the data flow, and the privacy measures in place, ensuring users understand that no data is stored on RobinTales servers.

Process Overview

  1. Image Capture: Users should take a clear and focused photograph of the bird they wish to identify. The accuracy of identification is highly dependent on the quality of the image submitted.
  2. Image Upload:
    • Users upload their bird images directly through the RobinTales platform interface. Accepted formats include PNG, JPG, and GIF.
    • No Image Storage: RobinTales does not store any images on its servers. Once an image is uploaded, it is immediately transmitted to the Gemini 1.5 Flash API for processing.
  3. Identification Process:
    • Upon receiving the image, the Gemini 1.5 Flash API processes it in real-time. The API is powered by a sophisticated AI model trained on a vast database of over 10,000 bird species.
    • The AI analyzes the image based on characteristics such as shape, color, patterns, and specific anatomical features. It then compares these attributes to its internal dataset to generate a list of possible bird species matches.
    • The identified species, along with additional information, is then returned to the RobinTales platform and displayed to the user.

Data Management and Privacy

  • No Data Storage: RobinTales does not store, retain, or log any user-uploaded images or data. All images are processed in a transient manner, meaning they are used solely for the immediate purpose of identification and are not retained post-processing.
  • Data Transmission: Images are transmitted directly to the Gemini 1.5 Flash API over secure, encrypted channels. This ensures that the data is protected during transmission and cannot be intercepted or accessed by unauthorized parties.
  • Use of Gemini 1.5 Flash API: RobinTales relies on the Gemini 1.5 Flash API solely for the purpose of identifying bird species based on user-submitted images. This API processes the images in real-time and does not store them after the identification process is complete.
  • No Sharing of Personal Data: Since no data is stored by RobinTales, there is no sharing of personal data or images with third parties. RobinTales operates under a strict no-storage policy to ensure user privacy and data security.

AI Technology – Gemini 1.5 Flash

  • API Integration: RobinTales uses the Gemini 1.5 Flash API to identify bird species from user-uploaded images. This API is a third-party service that provides the AI-powered identification process.
  • Real-Time Processing: The API processes images in real-time and provides immediate results. The underlying AI model is continually updated and refined to improve accuracy, but this is managed entirely by the API provider, not RobinTales.
  • Limitations: The identification accuracy depends on the quality of the image and the species available in the API’s dataset. Uncommon or poorly captured images may result in less accurate identifications.

User Responsibilities

  • Image Quality: Users are responsible for ensuring that the images they upload are clear and properly focused. This will help the AI provide the most accurate identification possible.
  • Compliance with Local Laws: Users must ensure that their use of RobinTales complies with local laws and regulations, particularly concerning wildlife photography and data privacy.

Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding the use of the RobinTales app or this policy, please contact us at hello@robintales.com

Amendments to the Policy

RobinTales reserves the right to amend this policy as necessary. Users will be notified of significant changes through our website or via email.