Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Personal Identification: Full name, date of birth, gender, photograph
• Contact Information: Email address, mobile number, postal address
• Financial Information: Donation amounts, bank transaction reference IDs (we do NOT store full bank account or card details)
• Membership Data: Member ID, role/post, qualification, occupation, membership fee payment details
• Event Data: Event registrations and volunteer sign-ups
• Technical Data: Browser type, IP address, pages visited (for website analytics only)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Processing membership registrations and issuing member ID cards
• Sending donation receipts, 80G tax certificates and acknowledgements
• Notifying you about upcoming events, programs and activities
• Communicating important organizational updates
• Verifying payment transactions for donations and membership fees
• Improving our website and services
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely on our servers and in encrypted local browser storage. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction. We do not store sensitive financial credentials (full bank account numbers, card numbers, CVV, passwords).

4. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

• Government authorities when required by law
• Auditors and regulatory bodies for compliance (CSR-1, Section 8)
• Service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)

5. Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use browser cookies and localStorage for functionality (e.g., remembering member data). We may use basic analytics tools to understand website usage. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data held by us
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
• File a complaint with relevant data protection authorities

7. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age without parental consent. If you believe a child's data has been collected, contact us immediately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

For any privacy-related queries or to exercise your rights, contact us at: