Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Yati Narasimhanand Saraswati Foundation ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any way. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our website and services:

1.1 Personal Information

Personal information is data that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly. We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact information (such as name, email address, phone number, and mailing address)
• Demographic information (such as age, gender, and location)
• Payment information (such as credit card details and billing address) when you make donations
• Account information (such as username and password) if you create an account
• Any other information you provide when filling out forms, subscribing to services, or communicating with us

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal information that does not directly identify you, including:

• Technical information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
• Usage data about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, click-through patterns, and other browsing information
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (as described in our Cookie Policy)

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through various methods:

2.1 Direct Collection

Information that you provide directly to us when you:

• Fill out forms on our website
• Register for an account
• Make a donation
• Subscribe to our newsletter or other communications
• Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
• Contact us through email, phone, or other means

2.2 Automated Collection

Information collected automatically through:

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Web analytics services (such as Google Analytics)
• Server logs and other automated collection methods

2.3 Third-Party Sources

We may also receive information about you from third-party sources, such as:

• Social media platforms if you interact with our content or accounts on those platforms
• Payment processors when you make donations
• Other third-party services that you have authorized to share information with us

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

3.1 Providing and Improving Services

• Delivering the content and services you request
• Processing donations and completing transactions
• Creating and maintaining your account
• Customizing your experience on our website
• Improving our website, services, and content
• Developing new features and offerings

3.2 Communication

• Sending administrative notifications (such as confirmation emails and updates)
• Providing information about upcoming events, activities, and initiatives
• Sending newsletters and other content that may interest you
• Responding to your inquiries, comments, and requests

3.3 Analysis and Personalization

• Analyzing usage patterns and trends on our website
• Measuring the effectiveness of our content and communications
• Personalizing your experience based on your preferences and interests
• Conducting research and analysis to better understand our audience

3.4 Security and Compliance

• Protecting the security and integrity of our website and services
• Detecting and preventing fraud, unauthorized access, and other misuse
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms and policies

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with the following categories of recipients:

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Payment processors to process donations
• Email service providers to send communications
• Website hosting and maintenance providers
• Analytics providers to help us understand how our website is used
• Other service providers who need access to your information to perform services for us

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or in the following circumstances:

• To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or valid legal processes
• To protect our rights, property, safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others
• To investigate potential violations of our terms or policies
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or similar transaction

4.3 With Your Consent

We may share your information with other third parties when you provide consent or direct us to do so.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

5.1 Access and Information

You may have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and information about how we process it.

5.2 Correction and Deletion

You may have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information or delete your personal information in certain circumstances.

5.3 Objection and Restriction

You may have the right to object to our processing of your personal information or request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

5.4 Data Portability

You may have the right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to transmit that information to another controller.

5.5 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in each communication or by contacting us directly.

5.6 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

You can manage your preferences for cookies and similar tracking technologies through your browser settings and other tools. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no data transmission over the Internet or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. If you have reason to believe that your interaction with us is no longer secure, please notify us immediately.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. To determine the appropriate retention period, we consider the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the personal information, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the purposes for which we process the information, whether we can achieve those purposes through other means, and applicable legal requirements.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

We may transfer your personal information to countries other than the one in which you reside. When we transfer personal information internationally, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection in the countries to which it is transferred.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, and applications. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party services, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Privacy Officer
Yati Narasimhanand Saraswati Foundation
Dasna Devi Temple, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
Email: info@yatinarsinghanandgiri.com