AVASARA Trust Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AVASARA Trust ("we," "us," "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable data protection laws in India and the United States. By using our website (https://avasaratrust.org), you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address (when provided voluntarily, e.g., through donation forms or newsletters).
  • Payment Details: Payment information processed securely through third-party payment processors; we do not store credit card information.
  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics data to improve our website and services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data for:

  • Service Delivery: Processing donations, providing receipts, and managing event registrations.
  • Communication: Sending updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (you can opt-out anytime).
  • Improvement: Enhancing our website, services, and outreach programs.
  • Legal Compliance: Fulfilling legal obligations and regulatory requirements.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Our processing of your personal data is based on:

  • Consent: When you have provided explicit consent for specific purposes.
  • Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as fraud prevention, ensuring network and information security, and direct marketing.
  • Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share information with:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors, email service providers, and IT service providers who assist in our operations.
  • Legal Authorities: Government authorities when legally required.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Donation records are maintained for a minimum of seven years for tax compliance.

7. Security Measures

We implement robust security measures, including encryption, secure servers, and restricted access to personal data, to protect against unauthorized access and misuse.

8. International Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside India or the United States, we ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations and apply adequate safeguards to protect your information.

9. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected such data without parental consent, we will take prompt steps to delete it. Parents or guardians can contact us to request deletion.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where we are relying on consent to process your personal data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via our website or email.

12. Contact Us

For questions about this policy or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us at:

  • Email: legal@avasaratrust.org
  • Phone: +91 98488 81838
  • Address: 8-20 (4) Lawyerpet, Near Mahalakshmi Towers, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, India - 523002.