1. Introduction
Pithwa Charitable Trust ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make donations.
Your Privacy Matters
We value your trust and are committed to transparent practices regarding your personal information. We only collect information that helps us serve you better and advance our charitable mission.
2. Information We Collect
2.1. Information You Provide to Us:
- Personal information: name, email address, postal address, phone number
- Payment information: credit card details, bank account information
- Donation history and preferences
- Communications with us
2.2. Information Automatically Collected:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Date and time of visit
- Pages visited
- Geographic location
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Process donations and issue receipts
- Communicate about your donation and our activities
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your information based on:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract
- Legitimate interests
- Legal obligations
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
- Payment processors to complete transactions
- Service providers who assist in our operations
- Government authorities when required by law
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your information
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the Contact section.
9. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to countries outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
12. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our Website with a new "Last Updated" date.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the information in the Contact section of our Website.