Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 7, 2026
The Glacier Archive Project operates the website GlacierArchive.org. This page informs visitors of our policies regarding the collection, use, and sharing of information when using the website.
Information We Collect
The Glacier Archive website is designed primarily as an informational and educational resource. We collect minimal personal information from visitors.
Information may be collected in the following ways:
- Contact Form: If you submit a message through the contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and message content so that we can respond to your inquiry.
- Voluntary Submissions: If you choose to contribute historical photographs, research materials, or other content, we may collect contact information necessary to communicate with you about those materials.
- Basic Website Analytics (if enabled): The site may collect limited anonymous usage information such as page visits, browser type, and general geographic region. This information is used only to understand how the website is being used and to improve the project.
We do not sell, rent, or distribute personal information to third parties.
Use of Information
Any information provided through the website will be used solely for the purposes of:
- Responding to inquiries
- Communicating about project contributions or collaboration
- Improving the website and project resources
Personal information will not be shared outside the Glacier Archive Project unless required by law.
Content and Photo Use
The Glacier Archive Project aims to make information about glacier change widely accessible.
Unless otherwise noted, photographs, visual comparisons, written content, and other materials published on this website are free to use for educational, research, and non-commercial purposes, provided that proper attribution is given.
Recommended citation format:
Glacier Archive Project. GlacierArchive.orgIf a photograph or item originates from another archive, photographer, or institution, the original source will be credited when known. Users are responsible for honoring any additional rights or restrictions that may apply to those materials.
External Links
This website may include links to external websites for reference or educational purposes. The Glacier Archive Project is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect any information submitted through the website. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically as the website and project evolve. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the Glacier Archive Project, please contact: