Last Updated: [02/12/2025]
Welcome to the Bandhu Purulia Privacy Policy. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit www.bandhupurulia.org, contact us, or donate to support our NGO. As an organization dedicated to special education, disability support, community outreach, and vocational training, Bandhu Purulia is committed to maintaining transparency and safeguarding all user data.
1. About This Bandhu Purulia Privacy Policy
The Bandhu Purulia Privacy Policy outlines how we handle the personal information of donors, parents, volunteers, students, and website visitors. By accessing our website or submitting information through our forms, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect – Bandhu Purulia Privacy Policy
We collect personal and non-personal data to improve our services and support our mission.
2.1 Information You Provide
You may share:
- Name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Address
- Donation details
- Volunteer interest
- Messages submitted via contact forms
- Newsletter subscription details
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
We may collect non-personal information such as:
- IP address
- Device and browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Date and time of access
This helps us improve website functionality and performance.
3. How We Use Your Information
Bandhu Purulia uses your information to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Process donations and send receipts
- Share updates (only if you opt-in)
- Improve programs and website experience
- Communicate with volunteers, donors, and families
- Maintain records as legally required
- Promote our work in special education & disability inclusion
We never sell or trade personal data.
4. Donation and Payment Security
When you donate through our website:
- Payment information is handled securely by trusted third-party gateways (e.g., Razorpay, PayU).
- Bandhu Purulia does not store card or banking information.
- All transactions use encrypted and secure systems.
Your donation details are used only for acknowledgement, transparency, and compliance.
5. Cookies and Tracking Tools
The Bandhu Purulia website uses cookies to:
- Improve navigation
- Analyze website traffic
- Remember your preferences
- Optimize user experience
You can control cookie settings from your browser.
6. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We may share your information only when necessary with:
- Hosting providers
- Analytics tools
- Payment gateways
- Government authorities (legal compliance)
- Internal authorized personnel
We do not share your information for advertising or marketing.
7. Data Protection & Security at Bandhu Purulia
We use strong security practices to protect your information:
- SSL/HTTPS encryption
- Secure servers and hosting
- Restricted internal access
- Routine security monitoring
While we implement best practices, no online system is 100% secure, but your data protection is our priority.
8. Your Rights
You may request:
- Access to your personal data
- Correction or updating of your information
- Deletion of your data (subject to legal limits)
- Unsubscribing from communications
To exercise your rights, email: contact@bandhupurulia.org
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (social media, maps, payment portals).
We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies when visiting them.
10. Children’s Privacy
Although we work with children with disabilities, our website is intended for adults.
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this document periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, contact: