Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Humanity Cares Trust (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit our website www.humanitycares.org, make a donation, volunteer, or interact with us through any other means. By using our website or providing your information, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website or services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information:
- Name
- Email address
- Contact number
- Postal address
- Donation amount and payment details (processed securely via payment gateways)

b. Non-Personal Information:
- Browser type, IP address, and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Cookies or similar technologies for website performance and analytics

3. How We Use the Information

We use the collected information to:
- Process donations and issue receipts or acknowledgments
- Communicate with donors, volunteers, and supporters
- Share updates about our initiatives, campaigns, and events
- Improve our website, content, and services
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Donation and Payment Information

All online donations made through our website are processed by trusted third-party payment gateways such as Razorpay or similar providers. We do not store or have access to your full credit/debit card details, UPI IDs, or banking passwords. Payment data is handled securely in accordance with RBI and PCI-DSS standards.

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect certain website functionalities.

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share limited information only in the following cases:
- With service providers who assist in our operations (such as payment processors or mailing partners)
- When required by law, court order, or government authority
- To prevent fraud, abuse, or security threats

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Security

We use appropriate administrative and technical measures to safeguard your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no online platform can guarantee 100% security.

9. External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., social media pages, partners, or payment portals). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party websites.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or update your personal data
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt-out of receiving newsletters or updates
To exercise these rights, you can contact us using the details below.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Humanity Cares Trust
📧 Email: contact@humanitycares.org
📍 Address: Humanity Cares Trust, Hyderabad, Telangana, India