Privacy Policy
Shikshadwar Foundation (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or interact with our services.
1. What Information Do We Collect?
We may collect personal information when you register on our website, subscribe to our newsletter, make a donation, submit a volunteer application, or contact us. This may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, and payment details. We also automatically collect non-identifying technical information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit. We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience; you may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect certain site functionality.
2. How Is Your Information Used?
The information we collect is used to process donations and issue tax receipts, respond to your queries and requests, send newsletters, updates, and information about our programmes (only with your consent), improve the functionality and content of our website, and comply with our legal and regulatory obligations under Indian law.
3. Do We Share Your Information?
Shikshadwar Foundation does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to any third party. We may share your information with trusted partner organisations running joint campaigns, service providers who assist in our operations (such as payment gateways or email platforms), or government authorities when required by law. Any such sharing is governed by appropriate data-sharing agreements and limited to the minimum information necessary.
4. How Do We Protect Your Information?
We implement industry-standard security measures — including firewalls, encryption, and secure servers — to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of internet transmission is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. How Can You Access, Correct, or Delete Your Data?
You may access, update, or request the deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at contact@shikshadwarfoundation.org. If you have a registered account, you may also manage your details through your account settings. Please note that certain information may need to be retained to comply with legal obligations, such as donor records for tax purposes.
6. How Do You Opt Out of Communications?
We only send emails and communications to individuals who have explicitly consented to receive them. Every communication from us includes an easy opt-out or unsubscribe link. If you wish to stop receiving emails from Shikshadwar Foundation, you may click the unsubscribe link in any of our emails or contact us directly. We will never send unsolicited communications.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without verifiable parental or guardian consent. If you believe that a child has submitted personal information to us without appropriate consent, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to remove that information.
8. Changes to This Policy
Shikshadwar Foundation reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@shikshadwarfoundation.org.
Last updated: April 2025