# Privacy Policy ## Bundelkhand Research Foundation **Effective Date:** July 26, 2026 Bundelkhand Research Foundation ("BRF", "Foundation", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our members, volunteers, beneficiaries, donors, partners, visitors, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your information when you interact with our website, programs, and services. By accessing our website or participating in our activities, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. ## 1. Information We Collect We may collect the following categories of information: ### Personal Information * Full name * Email address * Mobile or telephone number * Postal address * Date of birth (where applicable) * Identity or registration details (when required) * Organization or institution name (if applicable) ### Program Information * Membership or volunteer registration details * Training and program participation records * Event registrations * Feedback and survey responses * Certificates and attendance records ### Donation and Payment Information * Donation details * Transaction reference numbers * Payment confirmations **Note:** BRF does not store complete debit card, credit card, or banking credentials. Payments are processed through authorized payment service providers. ### Technical Information When you visit our website, we may automatically collect: * IP address * Browser type and version * Device information * Operating system * Website usage statistics * Cookies and similar technologies ## 2. How We Use Your Information Your information may be used to: * Register you for programs and events. * Process donations and payments. * Communicate important updates and notifications. * Issue certificates and acknowledgements. * Respond to inquiries and support requests. * Improve our programs, services, and website. * Conduct research, monitoring, and impact assessment. * Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. * Prevent fraud, misuse, and unauthorized activities. ## 3. Sharing of Information BRF does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only: * With trusted service providers assisting in website hosting, payment processing, communication, or technical support. * When required by law, court order, or government authority. * To protect the rights, safety, property, or security of the Foundation or others. * With your consent or as otherwise permitted by applicable law. ## 4. Data Security We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to help protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to maintain strong security measures, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. ## 5. Cookies Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to: * Improve website functionality. * Remember user preferences. * Analyze website traffic and performance. * Enhance user experience. You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings, although doing so may affect certain website features. ## 6. Data Retention We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to: * Deliver our services. * Maintain organizational records. * Meet legal, regulatory, financial, and audit obligations. * Resolve disputes and enforce our policies. When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate. ## 7. Your Rights Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to: * Request access to your personal information. * Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information. * Request deletion of personal information where legally permissible. * Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. * Object to or request restriction of certain processing activities. Requests may be subject to verification and legal requirements. ## 8. Third-Party Websites Our website may contain links to third-party websites. BRF is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites before providing personal information. ## 9. Children's Privacy Our programs may involve children through educational or community initiatives. Where personal information relating to minors is collected, it should be provided or authorized by a parent, legal guardian, school, or other authorized representative, in accordance with applicable law. ## 10. Policy Updates Bundelkhand Research Foundation may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, organizational practices, or website functionality. The revised policy will become effective upon publication on the Foundation's official website. ## 11. Contact Us If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact Bundelkhand Research Foundation through the official contact details provided on our website. --- **Your privacy is important to us. Bundelkhand Research Foundation is committed to handling personal information responsibly, transparently, and in accordance with applicable laws while supporting our mission of research, education, healthcare, environmental conservation, and sustainable community development.**