Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 3, 2026 Anandamath Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of visitors, donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, and other users of our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website or interact with our NGO and its services. 1. Information We Collect We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including: Name Mobile/telephone number Email address Postal or communication address Donation-related information Volunteer registration details Information submitted through contact or enquiry forms Any other information you voluntarily provide to us For online donations, payment-related information may be processed through third-party payment gateways. We generally do not store your complete payment card, banking, or other sensitive payment credentials on our servers. 2. How We Use Your Information We may use the information collected to: Process and acknowledge donations Respond to enquiries and requests Communicate with donors, volunteers, supporters, and beneficiaries Manage volunteer registrations and NGO activities Provide information about our programs, campaigns, and activities Maintain records required for administrative and legal purposes Improve our website and services Prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized activities Comply with applicable laws and regulations 3. Donations and Payment Information When you make a donation through our website, your payment may be processed by a third-party payment service provider. Payment providers may collect and process payment information according to their own privacy policies and terms. Users are advised to review the privacy policies of the applicable payment provider before completing a transaction. 4. Cookies Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, understand visitor preferences, and analyze website traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain website features. 5. Sharing of Information Anandamath Foundation does not sell, rent, or trade personal information for commercial purposes. We may share information where necessary with: Authorized service providers Payment gateway providers Website or technology service providers Government authorities or law-enforcement agencies when legally required Professional advisers where necessary for legitimate organizational purposes 6. Data Security We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure. 7. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, payment services, or other external websites. Anandamath Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third-party websites. Users should review the privacy policies of those websites separately. 8. Children's Privacy Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent or authorization. If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate authorization, please contact us so that we can take appropriate steps. 9. Your Rights Subject to applicable laws, you may contact us to: Request information about personal data held by us Request correction of inaccurate information Request deletion of information where legally permissible Withdraw consent for certain communications 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or website functionality. Any updated version will be published on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date. 11. Contact Us If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us: Anandamath Foundation 77/5, Alep Kha Mohalla Road, Gorabazar, Babupara, Berhampore, Murshidabad, West Bengal – 742101, India Email: anandamath.foundation@gmail.com Mobile: +91 8768895425