Public
Open website data
Anyone can browse public stations, recent discoveries, Field Notes, species pages and educational information without needing a protected account.
View discoveries →Research access
Some S.W.A.N. data needs controlled access.
The public website is open to everyone. More detailed detection tools, exports and site information are available only to approved users so that sensitive locations, audio and automated results can be handled responsibly.
Why approval is needed
Sensitive site context
Some station and detection data may need careful handling before wider export or comparison.
Automated detections need interpretation
Acoustic classifiers can make mistakes, so unusual or important records should be checked before they are treated as confirmed evidence.
Responsible data sharing
Controlled access helps councils, trusts, schools, community groups and researchers use detailed data with the right context.
Approved
Research portal
Approved accounts can access additional tools for detections, stations, exports and analysis. Requests are reviewed before access is granted.
Request access →Education & partners
Dashboard access
Schools, nature reserves, councils, community groups and site partners can request dashboard access for their own monitoring work and projects.
Request dashboard access →What happens after you request access?
1
Create an account
Choose the account type that matches what you need and verify your email address.
2
The request is reviewed
The project checks the purpose of the request and whether the requested level of access is appropriate.
3
Access is granted
You receive an email confirmation when your account has been approved.