Gyan Jyoti Charitable Trust (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, and other individuals who interact with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
Donation Information: Payment details, transaction history (via secure third-party processors).
Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, date/time of visit, and other analytics.
Volunteering or Registration Data: Information you provide while signing up for events, volunteering, or campaigns.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
Respond to inquiries and requests
Process donations and send receipts
Send updates, newsletters, and event invites (if opted in)
Improve website content and user experience
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, track usage, and serve relevant content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it with:
Service providers who help us operate our website or process donations
Legal authorities when required by law
Partners and affiliates, only with your explicit consent
5. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access, correct, or delete your personal data
Withdraw consent at any time
Opt out of newsletters or communications
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise your rights, contact us at [insert contact email].
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."