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1. Introduction

Furqan Welfare Trust (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, donate, volunteer, or engage with our services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information to provide and improve our services effectively.

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information when you:

• Donate to our NGO
• Sign up as a volunteer
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us via forms, email, or phone

This information may include:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Mailing Address
• Payment Information (securely processed by third-party payment providers)

2.2 Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal data that does not directly identify you, such as:

• Browser type and version
• IP address
• Pages visited on our website
• Time and date of visit
• Referring website links
• Device information

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies help us remember your preferences and improve website performance. You can modify your cookie settings in your browser at any time.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process donations and provide receipts.
• Send updates, newsletters, and event notifications.
• Respond to inquiries and provide support.
• Improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
• Maintain security and prevent fraud.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

We never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We implement strict security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include:

• Encryption: Secure data transmission, especially for payment information.
• Access Controls: Restricting access to authorized personnel only.
• Regular Security Audits: Checking for vulnerabilities to keep data safe.

While we take every precaution to secure your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share it under the following circumstances:

5.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We use trusted third-party platforms for:

• Payment processing (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
• Email communication (e.g., Mailchimp, SendGrid)
• Website analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

These service providers are required to protect your information and only use it for the purposes we specify.

5.2 Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required by law, legal proceedings, or government authorities.

5.3 Protection of Rights

If necessary, we may share your information to prevent fraud, security breaches, or protect our legal rights.

6. Your Rights and Choices

As a user, you have several rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 Access & Correction

You can request access to your personal data and ask us to correct any inaccuracies.

6.2 Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving marketing emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.

6.3 Data Deletion

You can request that we delete your personal data unless we are required by law to retain it.

6.4 Restrict Processing

You can ask us to limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@furqanwelfaretrust.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve user experience. We use cookies for:

• Recognizing returning visitors
• Analyzing website traffic and performance
• Enhancing security and fraud prevention

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. However, some website features may not function properly without them.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as donation platforms or social media pages. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of these external websites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

We encourage users to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect their data.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

📧 Email: info@furqanwelfaretrust.com
📍 Address: Near Jamia Masjid Furqanabad Ghat, Distt. Doda, Jammu & Kashmir – India