Privacy Policy

At B C Shivanna Foundation, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, and stakeholders. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the information shared with us through our website and related services.

By accessing and using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including your name, email address, phone number, postal address, donation details, and any other information submitted through contact forms, volunteer registrations, event registrations, or donation forms.

We may also collect non-personal information such as browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and website usage statistics to improve user experience and website performance.

How We Use Your Information

The information collected may be used for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries and provide requested information.
  • To process donations and issue acknowledgments or receipts.
  • To manage volunteer, beneficiary, and community engagement programs.
  • To communicate updates, events, initiatives, and activities of the foundation.
  • To improve website functionality, security, and user experience.
  • To comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Protection of Information

B C Shivanna Foundation takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, misuse, or destruction. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Information may only be shared with trusted service providers, legal authorities, or regulatory bodies when necessary to fulfill services, comply with legal obligations, or protect the rights and safety of the foundation and its stakeholders.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve website performance. Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings; however, certain features of the website may not function properly as a result.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. B C Shivanna Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of such external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent. If we become aware that information has been collected from a child without proper authorization, we will take reasonable steps to remove such information from our records.

Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information held by the foundation, subject to applicable legal requirements. Requests can be submitted through the contact details provided on our website.

Changes to This Policy

B C Shivanna Foundation reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact B C Shivanna Foundation through the contact information provided on our website.