Effective Date: 20 December, 2024
Guru Ka Dasvandh Seva Society (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you visit our website, make a donation, or interact with us online or offline.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
When you engage with us, we may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing address
- Payment details (credit/debit card, bank information, etc., processed securely via GiveWP)
b. Non-Personal Information
- IP Address
- Browser information
- Device details
- Cookies and usage data (to enhance user experience)
c. Donation Information
When you make a donation through our website using the GiveWP plugin, we collect necessary donation-related information such as:
- Donation amount
- Payment method
- Donor’s name, email, and address (if provided)
- Transaction ID
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process donations and provide receipts
- Send updates about our campaigns, events, and activities
- Respond to inquiries and provide donor support
- Improve the performance and content of our website
- Maintain transparency in donation records
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Donation and Payment Information
- All donations are securely processed through the GiveWP plugin integrated with our website.
- We do not store sensitive payment information such as credit/debit card details. Payment data is securely processed by third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, etc.), which comply with industry security standards like PCI-DSS.
- Donors will receive an email receipt as confirmation of their contribution.
- Donation records are stored to maintain transparency and accountability for both legal and organizational purposes.
4. Sharing Your Information
We value your trust and ensure that your personal information is not sold, rented, or shared for marketing purposes. However, we may share your data:
- With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website, payment processing, or outreach campaigns.
- When legally required to comply with a law, regulation, or government request.
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Guru Ka Dasvandh Seva Society, our donors, or others.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Donation records and related information may be retained for accounting, reporting, or audit purposes.
6. Security of Your Information
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data. Measures include:
- SSL encryption to secure our website and donation transactions.
- Regular updates and security checks on our website.
- Access controls to limit internal access to sensitive information.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission is entirely secure. We encourage you to take precautions when sharing sensitive data.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies allow us to:
- Remember user preferences and settings
- Provide relevant content
- Monitor website performance and engagement
You can control cookies by adjusting your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities on our website.
8. Your Rights
As a donor or website user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.
- Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to legal or organizational obligations).
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from our emails or other communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites, services, or platforms. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their policies before sharing any personal data.
10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete it.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Guru Ka Dasvandh Seva Society
Email: info@gurukadasvandh.org
Phone: +91 95876-00017
Address: 17 GB, Vijaynagar, Rajasthan
By using our website and supporting our campaigns, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Thank you for being a part of Guru Ka Dasvandh Seva Society. Together, we can make a difference!