Privacy Policy

Introduction

Ashwasabhavan Child Care Institution ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ashwasabhavan.org or make a donation through our platform.

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting personally identifiable information you may provide us through the website. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Make a donation
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us through our website
• Register for events or volunteer opportunities

This information may include:

• Name and contact details (email address, phone number)
• Donation information (amount, frequency)
• Payment details (processed securely through our payment partners)
• Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Pages you visit and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device information and operating system

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To process your donations and provide donation receipts
• To send you updates about our work and impact
• To respond to your inquiries and provide support
• To improve our website and services
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect against fraud and ensure security
• To analyze website usage and improve user experience

Donation Information

When you make a donation through our website:

• All payment information is processed securely through our payment partners (Razorpay, State Bank of India)
• We do not store credit card or bank account details on our servers
• Your donation information is used solely for processing donations and providing tax receipts
• We maintain donation records as required by law for tax and audit purposes

Tax Benefits: Donations to Ashwasabhavan are eligible for tax exemption under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. We provide donation receipts for all contributions.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, or conducting our activities
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal process
• Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Ashwasabhavan, our beneficiaries, or others
• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL encryption for all data transmissions
• Secure servers and firewalls
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal information
• Secure payment processing through PCI-DSS compliant partners

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out: Opt-out of marketing communications
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website functionality
• Provide relevant content

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Note: Ashwasabhavan provides care and protection to children in need, but this privacy policy applies to website visitors and donors, not to children in our care.

Third-Party Links

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

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.