Privacy Policy

2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of personal information from you, including but not limited to

• Personal identification information: name, address, email address, phone number
• Demographic information: age, gender, nationality
• Financial information: credit/debit card details, bank account information
• Personal identification documents: Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, or other government-issued identification
• Donation history and preferences
• Volunteer history and interests
• Health-related information (only where necessary and with explicit consent)'
• Any other information you voluntarily provide to us through online forms, surveys, or other means

3. Use of Information

We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Processing and acknowledging donations: We use the information you provide to process your donations, issue donation receipts, and keep records of your contributions
• Communication: We may use your personal information to send you information about our programs, events, campaigns, and initiatives.
• Volunteer management: If you choose to volunteer with us, we may use your information to manage and support volunteers, assign tasks, and communicate volunteer-related information
• Providing health and education services: If you seek our health or education services, we may collect and use relevant personal information to provide appropriate assistance and support
• Research and analysis: We may analyze aggregated data to improve our programs, measure impact, and develop strategies to address the issues we focus on
• Compliance with legal obligations: We may process your personal information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations.

4. Information Sharing

We may share your personal information with the following parties

• Service providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in carrying out our activities. These providers include payment processors, email service providers, IT support, data analysis platforms, and cloud storage providers. We take steps to ensure that these providers process your information in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws.
• Collaborative organizations: In pursuit of our mission, we may collaborate with other NGOs, government agencies, or organizations working on similar causes. We may share relevant personal information to facilitate joint projects or initiatives, always ensuring that such sharing is conducted in compliance with applicable laws and with your consent, where required.
• Legal compliance: We may disclose your personal information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a court order, subpoena, or government investigatio

We will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes

5. Consent

By providing your personal information to Sahiba Foundation, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. We will obtain your consent before using your personal information for any purpose other than those described in this policy, unless required by law

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us using the information provided at the end of this policy. Please note that withdrawal of consent may limit our ability to provide certain services to you.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, understand how you use our website, and improve our services. Cookies are small files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They may store certain information about your interactions with the website, such as your preferences, navigation patterns, and other browsing information.

We use cookies for various purposes, including but not limited to:

• Authentication and security: Cookies help us verify your identity and prevent fraudulent activities
• Personalization: We use cookies to remember your preferences and provide a customized experience based on your interests
• Analytics: We use cookies to gather information about website usage, such as the number of visitors, the pages visited, and the sources of traffic. This information helps us understand how to improve our website and services

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may impact certain features and functionality of our website

7. Data Security

We are committed to protecting the security of your personal information. We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of your information. We use secure server infrastructure, encryption techniques, access controls, and other security measures to protect your personal information.

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. You acknowledge and accept this inherent risk when providing your personal information to us.

8. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will securely dispose of or anonymize your personal information when it is no longer needed for the purposes described in this policy.

9. Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include the right to:

• Access your personal information held by Sahiba Foundation and receive a copy of it
• Correct inaccuracies in your personal information
• Delete your personal information, subject to legal and contractual requirements
• Restrict or object to the processing of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual requirements
• Withdraw your consent for the processing of your personal information

To exercise these rights or if you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable privacy laws

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services for your convenience or informational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit

11. Children's Privacy

Sahiba Foundation is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that we have collected personal information from a child without appropriate consent, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information

12. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the updated policy on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:

Sahiba Foundation

Address – Near Lalpur Chowk, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand – 825301.

Email id – sahibafoundation.org@gmail.com

Phone - +91 94315 94151

By using our services, you signify your agreement to the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy.

Last updated: 10th June, 2023