1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the platform, make a donation, subscribe to our newsletter, or fill out a contact form. This may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, payment information, and any other details you choose to share.

We also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and referring URLs. This data is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process and manage donations and send donation confirmations.
• To create and manage your user account.
• To communicate with you regarding campaign updates, platform news, and administrative notices.
• To send newsletters and promotional communications (you can opt out at any time).
• To improve our platform's functionality, user experience, and service delivery.
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.

3. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We share data with trusted third-party providers such as Stripe (payment processing) and email service providers who assist us in operating the platform.
• Campaign Organizers: Your donation information (excluding sensitive payment details) may be shared with the campaign organizer to facilitate fund distribution.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, safety, or the safety of others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that business transaction.

4. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information. These include SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit, secure server environments, restricted access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We use Stripe for payment processing. Stripe handles all sensitive payment card data in compliance with PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard). We do not store your credit card numbers or CVV codes on our servers.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and settings.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features on our platform. Below are the types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality such as user authentication and session management.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our platform through tools like Google Analytics.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our campaigns.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
• The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• The right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
• The right to opt out of marketing communications at any time.
• The right to data portability, where applicable.
• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our contact page or email us at the address provided on our website. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with services. We also retain data as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce our agreements, and protect our rights. Donation records are retained for a minimum period as required by financial regulations.

8. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit to understand how they collect and use your personal information.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our platform from outside our primary jurisdiction, your information may be transferred internationally. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the platform after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us through our contact page or email us at the address provided on our website. We are committed to resolving any privacy-related issues promptly and transparently.