General Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

Welcome to FindMyWildlife. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website, www.findmywildlife.com (the "Website"), which provides information about wildlife species, sighting locations, AI-assisted species identification, community features, and nearby accommodations to help users explore wildlife responsibly. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Website, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or guardian to use the Website. You also agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations while using the Website.

2. Use of the Website

The Website provides information about wildlife species, including their habitats, conservation status, and sighting locations, as well as AI-assisted species identification, an interactive sightings map, community forums and groups, wildlife news, and links to nearby accommodations. You may use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You agree not to:

Use the Website for any unlawful or unauthorised purpose.
Copy, modify, distribute, or reproduce any content from the Website without prior written permission from us.
Interfere with the Website's functionality, including introducing viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website, including user accounts or databases.
Scrape, harvest, or systematically collect data from the Website using automated tools without our express written consent.
Use the AI species identification feature or any other tool on the Website to facilitate the illegal capture, trade, or harm of wildlife.

3. User Accounts

Certain features of the Website, including submitting sightings, joining community groups, and contributing to discussions, require you to create an account. You are responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
All activity that occurs under your account.
Notifying us immediately at support@findmywildlife.com if you suspect any unauthorised use of your account.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or that have been inactive for an extended period.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including text, images, logos, design elements, species data, and software, is the property of FindMyWildlife or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content from the Website without our express written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use as permitted by these Terms.

5. User-Generated Content

The Website allows users to submit wildlife sightings, photographs, community posts, forum discussions, group content, and other material ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual licence to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your User Content on the Website and in promotional materials. You are solely responsible for your User Content and must ensure it does not:

Infringe on any third-party rights, including intellectual property or privacy rights.
Contain unlawful, offensive, threatening, or harmful material.
Misrepresent facts, provide misleading species identification, or report fabricated sightings.
Include personally identifiable information about other individuals without their consent.
Promote or facilitate illegal wildlife activity, poaching, or the trade of protected species.

We reserve the right to remove or modify any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise deemed inappropriate at our sole discretion. Sighting data submitted by users may be used to improve the Website's database and displayed publicly on the wildlife map.

6. AI Species Identification

The Website offers an AI-powered species identification tool that analyses photographs to suggest possible species matches. You acknowledge and agree that:

AI-generated identifications are suggestions only and may be inaccurate. They are not a substitute for expert verification or professional wildlife assessment.
You must not rely solely on AI identifications for decisions that could affect wildlife welfare, conservation activity, or legal compliance.
We make no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any AI-generated identification.
Images uploaded for species identification may be used to improve the AI model, subject to our Privacy Policy.

FindMyWildlife accepts no liability for any action taken based on an AI-generated species identification.

7. Community Features and Groups

The Website provides community features including discussion forums, groups, and sightings feeds. When participating in community features, you agree to:

Treat all members with respect and refrain from harassment, abuse, or discriminatory conduct.
Not post spam, advertisements, or unsolicited promotional content.
Not share the precise location of endangered or vulnerable species in a manner that could endanger them (e.g., exact nest or den coordinates).
Comply with any additional rules posted within specific groups or forums.

We reserve the right to remove posts, ban users from community features, or dissolve groups that violate these Terms or community guidelines without prior notice.

8. Wildlife Map and Sighting Data

The interactive wildlife map displays sightings contributed by community members and sourced from third-party datasets. You acknowledge that:

Sighting data is user-contributed and has not necessarily been independently verified by FindMyWildlife.
Sighting locations, frequencies, and dates are provided for informational purposes only and do not guarantee that a species will be present.
When you submit a sighting, you confirm that the information is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
Deliberately submitting false or misleading sighting data is a violation of these Terms.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including hotel booking platforms, conservation organisations, and national park authorities. These links are provided for your convenience, and we do not endorse or control these third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party websites, and you access them at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about wildlife species, sighting locations, and accommodations. However, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information on the Website, including AI-generated content, user-contributed sightings, or third-party data. Wildlife sightings are subject to natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed. You acknowledge that reliance on the Website's information is at your own risk, and we are not liable for any inaccuracies or omissions.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, FindMyWildlife, its affiliates, and its partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website, including but not limited to:

Loss of data, profits, or opportunities.
Injuries, damages, or losses incurred during travel or wildlife exploration activities.
Errors, interruptions, or delays in the Website's functionality.
Actions taken based on AI-generated species identifications or user-submitted sighting data.
Any wildlife encounter or safety incident that arises during activities planned using information from the Website.

Your use of the Website is at your own risk, and we do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FindMyWildlife, its affiliates, and its partners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, submission of User Content that infringes third-party rights, or infringement of any applicable law or regulation.

13. Responsible Wildlife Exploration

We are committed to promoting responsible and ethical wildlife exploration. When using information from the Website to plan your activities, you agree to:

Respect wildlife habitats and follow local guidelines and regulations to minimise environmental impact.
Not disturb, feed, or harm wildlife during sightings.
Not disclose exact locations of endangered species in ways that could attract poachers or cause disturbance.
Support conservation efforts by choosing sustainable travel options and contributing to local communities.

FindMyWildlife is not responsible for any risks or incidents that occur during your travel or wildlife exploration activities, including but not limited to encounters with wild animals, travel delays, or health and safety issues.

14. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Website, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy at www.findmywildlife.com/privacy for full details.

15. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, new features, or legal requirements. The updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

16. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at our sole discretion, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in any conduct that we deem harmful to the Website, its community, or other users. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease.

17. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with Indian consumer protection and digital laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved in the courts of India.

18. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms or the Website, please contact us at:

Email: contact@findmywildlife.com

Website: www.findmywildlife.com

We value your input and are committed to ensuring a positive and responsible experience for all members of the FindMyWildlife community.