Effective Date: 01 September 2025

1. Introduction

Ashtadal Foundation (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, beneficiaries, volunteers, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with us online or offline.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email, date of birth, etc.
• Donation Details: Payment information, transaction history, PAN (if required for tax purposes).
• Volunteer Information: Skills, availability, and emergency contact details.
• Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and cookies for improving website performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Processing donations and issuing receipts.
• Communicating updates about our programs, events, and campaigns.
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Managing volunteers and outreach activities.
• Improving our website and user experience.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

• We do not sell or rent your personal information to anyone.
• Information may be shared with trusted third parties (such as payment gateways, auditors, or legal authorities) only when necessary.
• We may disclose information if required by law or in good faith to protect our rights and safety.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the Internet is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to enhance browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request corrections or updates to your data.
• Withdraw consent for receiving communications.
• Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.

10. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Ashtadal Foundation
Address: Basaha Mirzapur, Hayaghat, Darbhanga, Bihar – 847101
Website: https://ashtadal.org
Email: info@ashtadal.org
Mobile: +91-9930-301199