VHK Foundation (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with Indian data protection laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, IT Rules, 2011, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://vhkfoundation.org or interact with our services.
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
Personal Information: Full name, mobile number, email address, postal address, etc.
Financial Information: Payment details, transaction history (for donations).
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device ID, operating system, time zone, and cookies.
Communication Data: Any messages, inquiries, or feedback submitted to us.
Location Data (if applicable): With user permission, we may access general location for analysis.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors (under 18 years of age) without guardian consent.
We collect personal data for the following lawful purposes:
To process and acknowledge donations
To send donation receipts and impact updates
To respond to queries or support requests
To improve our website and services
For internal record-keeping and legal compliance
To inform you about events, activities, or campaigns (only if opted in)
By using our website and submitting information, you provide explicit consent to process your personal data in accordance with this policy. You may withdraw your consent anytime by contacting us.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Your data may be disclosed only to:
Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers)
Government authorities, law enforcement, or regulators (if required by law)
With your explicit consent, when necessary
All third-party processors are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.
We follow reasonable security practices as required under the IT Act and Rules. Measures include:
Secure servers
Encryption of financial data
Limited access control
Regular data audits
Although we strive for 100% protection, no system is completely immune. We encourage safe internet practices.
As a data principal under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate or outdated data
Withdraw consent
Request deletion (subject to applicable legal obligations)
File grievances
To exercise any of these rights, write to us at [Insert Email Address].
We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You may choose to disable cookies via your browser settings, though it may affect website functionality.
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes stated above, or as required by applicable law (e.g., for accounting and tax purposes).
For any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding our Privacy Policy or data handling practices, you may contact our Grievance Officer:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time in accordance with legal changes or improvements. Any modifications will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.