IDEA Foundation is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, and all individuals who engage with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information. By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information to help us operate effectively and provide better services:
- Personal Information: When you engage with our organization through donations, volunteering, or subscribing to our newsletters, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information.
- Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal data about your interactions with our website. This may include browser type, IP address, the pages visited, and the time spent on our site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technology: Our website uses cookies to improve your user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and track user preferences. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To process donations and provide receipts.
- To respond to your inquiries and provide the services you requested.
- To communicate updates, newsletters, and information related to our programs and events.
- To improve our website, services, and outreach strategies.
- To track and analyze website usage for internal reporting and research purposes.
3. Sharing of Information
We respect your privacy and do not share, sell, or trade your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your data under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website, process donations, or deliver communications.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of IDEA Foundation, our users, or others.
4. Security of Information
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Our website uses secure SSL encryption to protect data transmitted over the internet. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
5. Your Choices and Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can request to view the personal data we have collected about you.
- Correction: You can update or correct your personal information by contacting us.
- Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information if it is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was collected.
- Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our newsletters and marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails or by contacting us directly.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other sites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these other websites. We encourage our users to be aware when they leave our site and to read the privacy statements of any other site that collects personal information.
7. Children’s Privacy
We are committed to protecting children’s privacy. Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.
8. Changes to the Privacy Policy
IDEA Foundation may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the latest revision will be indicated at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out to us:
IDEA Foundation
18/2/6B, B-4, Chaitanya Society, Brahmachaitanya Society Lane
Near Ambedkar Chowk, Warje, Pune – 411058
Email: [email protected]