Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data when you interact with us:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
• Transaction Details: Donation amount and payment method (handled via secure gateways).
• Volunteer Information: Age, skills, interests, and emergency contact details (for volunteer registrations).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device info, and pages visited (via cookies or analytics tools).
• Communication Data: Feedback, inquiries, or responses through contact forms or emails.

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your information to:

• Process donations and issue receipts or 80G certificates.
• Share updates about your adopted trees or volunteering activities.
• Respond to inquiries and offer support.
• Improve our website's functionality and user experience.
• Comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
• Share newsletters or impact reports (only if you opt in).

3. How We Protect Your Data

We use industry-standard encryption, secure servers, and access control practices to protect your personal data.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your data only with:

• Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting platforms).
• Legal or government authorities, when required by law.
• Internal team members for administrative purposes.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• Opt out of receiving newsletters or promotional communications.
• Withdraw consent for data usage (where applicable).
• Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

To make any such request, email us at support@iacpatronsfoundation.org.

6. Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and third-party tools (such as Google Analytics) to track website usage and enhance your experience.

Cookies help us understand:

• Which pages are visited most.
• How visitors navigate the site.
• Device and browser preferences.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., payment portals, partner organizations).

We are not responsible for the privacy policies or content on these external sites. Please review their policies before engaging.

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we may have collected such data, please email us at support@iacpatronsfoundation.org and we’ll promptly delete it.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this page periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us at:

• Email: support@iacpatronsfoundation.org
• Phone: +91-9876543210
• Office Address: 3rd Floor, Woodburn Central, 5A Woodburn Park Road, Kolkata – 700020