ProKar
This page explains how ProKar collects, uses, and protects information when you visit the platform. ProKar is a map-based civic documentation platform operated by an individual based in Latvia (EU).
No sensitive personal data is collected. Data is never sold or shared with third parties, except as described below.
Data Collected
Page views and navigation - including dynamic project pages
Map interaction events - layer clicks, project selections, view changes
Basic device, browser, and country-level data (no precise location)
Purpose
Data is used solely to understand how the platform is used and to improve the map, user experience, and features. Not used for advertising or profiling.
Legal Basis
Processing is based on legitimate interest (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)) - understanding platform usage to maintain and improve the service.
ProKar uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand platform usage. GA4 collects anonymized data about page views, map interactions, and user engagement - used only for platform improvement.
What GA4 Tracks
Page views - including dynamic project pages (e.g. /jelgava/project-name)
Map interactions - layer clicks, project selection, zoom and view changes
Engagement events - photo views, tab switches, sidebar interactions
Device type, browser, and country (no precise location collected)
IP addresses are anonymized where possible. Data is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy. Not used for advertising.
Most photos on ProKar are original content captured by the platform author. Some material may be sourced from publicly available platforms or archives; these are credited where possible.
Content in Photos
Published photos may incidentally contain:
Vehicle licence plates
Buildings and facades
Street addresses and signage
Private property
Identifiable persons
Copyright & Privacy Requests
If you believe any content infringes your copyright, reveals personal information you wish removed, or is attributed incorrectly, please contact hello@prokar.lv.
Reusing ProKar Photos
Original photos taken by ProKar are shared in good faith for civic and informational purposes. If you reuse them, attribution to ProKar or prokar.lv is appreciated.
AI-Enhanced Images
Some images are marked with an “AI Enhanced” label. These images have been enhanced using AI models to improve clarity and resolution where the original quality was limited. AI enhancement is used only for visualizations and photographs with very low resolution or poor image quality. Care has been taken to preserve the appearance of the original photograph as accurately as possible, without introducing misleading alterations.
Suggest an Edit
Every project page includes a "Suggest an Edit" button. Anyone can submit corrections or updates to project data - no account needed.
Corrections to project names, status, type, or timeline
Missing or outdated information
Any factual corrections to project data
Email is optional. If provided, it is used only to respond to your suggestion - never stored permanently or used for any other purpose.
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access - request information about what data is held about you
Deletion - request removal of your data
Objection - object to processing based on legitimate interest
Correction - request correction of inaccurate data
To exercise any of these rights, contact hello@prokar.lv.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Latvian Data State Inspectorate (dvi.gov.lv).
Donations help cover hosting, domain expenses, and the ongoing development of ProKar. Every contribution goes directly toward keeping the platform running.
Payment Processing
Donations are processed externally by PayPal. ProKar does not collect, store, or have access to your payment details. All transactions are governed by PayPal's own privacy policy and terms of service.
Contact
Reach out for privacy questions, data requests, content removal, or anything else about the platform.
hello@prokar.lvWhat you can reach out about