Overview

Saswat Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our supporters, volunteers, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.

 Information We Collect

• Personal details: name, email address, phone number, postal address—collected when you donate, register for events, subscribe to updates, or volunteer.

• Payment data: transaction details when you contribute—captured securely via third-party payment processors.

• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and page navigation—collected automatically through cookies and analytics.

• Communications preferences: your interests for newsletters, events, and updates.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process donations and send receipts.

• Register and communicate about events, volunteering, and campaigns.

• Send updates, reports, and relevant communications (you may opt out anytime).

• Improve our website, programs, and user experience via analytics.

• Ensure legal compliance, security, and fraud prevention.

Information Sharing & Disclosure

We will not rent, sell, or trade your personal data. We only share it:

• With third-party service providers, like payment gateways, email platform vendors, or analytics platforms—who use it solely for agreed-upon services.

• When legally required, for investigations, court orders, defense against legal claims, or to protect user or public safety 

Data Security

We use industry-standard encryption (e.g., SSL) during data transmission and secure storage systems. While we implement robust safeguards, no system can guarantee 100% security.

Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies (web beacons, Google Analytics) to:

• Improve site performance

• Understand user behavior

• Customize your experience

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser, though this may affect site functionality.

Retention & Deletion

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill purposes outlined or comply with legal obligations. Unless legally required to retain longer, we securely delete or anonymize it 3–5 years after your last interaction .

Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information.

• Request corrections or updates.

• Opt out of marketing communications.

• Request data deletion (subject to legal and operational constraints).

To exercise these rights, contact us via the details below.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover that a child under 13 has submitted personal data, we will delete it promptly.

External Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies independently.

Policy Updates

We may periodically update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or regulations. The revised date will be clearly displayed. Your continued use of the site after updates indicates acceptance of changes.