Bijapur Integrated Rural Development Society (BIRDS) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our organization.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from you:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and any other details you provide voluntarily when you contact us or sign up for newsletters or services.
- Non-Personal Information: Browser type, IP address, operating system, and browsing patterns, which help us improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send newsletters, updates, and other information related to our programs and initiatives.
- Donations & Payments: To process donations and payments securely.
- Improving Our Services: To enhance the functionality of our website and tailor our services to meet user needs.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, including tax and accounting requirements.
3. Sharing Your Information
BIRDS does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following cases:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us manage our website, process payments, or deliver communications. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are not allowed to use your information for any other purpose.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process.
4. Data Security
We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. To prevent unauthorized access or disclosure, we have put in place suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Cookies
Our website may use “cookies” to enhance user experience. A cookie is a small file placed on your device that helps the website remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our site. You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline them if you prefer. Please note that declining cookies may limit your ability to fully experience the website’s features.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you use these links to leave our site, we do not have control over the content or privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit, as we cannot be responsible for the protection of your personal information on those sites.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access Your Information: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct Your Information: Ask us to correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
- Delete Your Information: Request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to our processing of your personal data at any time, where applicable.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
Bijapur Integrated Rural Development Society (BIRDS)
Nagalinganagar, Near National Highway-50,
Hungund-587118, District Bagalkot, Karnataka, India.
Email: [email protected]