Privacy Policy
At Lokmanya Public Charitable Trust, operating under the name “Loksadhana,” we are committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website:
Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you voluntarily provide this information through donation forms, subscription to newsletters, or event registrations.
Financial Information: Payment details such as credit card information or bank account details when you make a donation. These are processed securely and are not stored on our servers.
Technical Information: Your IP address, browser type, and pages you visit on our website, collected through cookies or other tracking technologies to improve user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used to:
Process Donations: To securely handle donations and provide tax receipts.
Communication: To send acknowledgments, updates, newsletters, or other information you may request regarding our activities, programs, or impact.
Improve User Experience: To analyze website traffic, improve content and functionality, and enhance the overall user experience.
Compliance with Legal Requirements: To comply with any legal obligations, including but not limited to tax reporting requirements.
3. Sharing Your Information
Loksadhana does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in processing donations, hosting our website, or managing communication services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and may only use your information as necessary to provide the service.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to a court order, government request, or applicable law.
4. Data Security
We take data security seriously. Loksadhana uses industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption protocols for processing financial transactions and secure servers for storing personal data.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Your Rights
As a user of our website, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Update: You may request access to, correction of, or updates to your personal information at any time by contacting us.
Unsubscribe: If you wish to stop receiving communications from us, you may opt-out at any time by following the instructions provided in our emails or contacting us directly.
Delete Information: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations we have to retain certain data (e.g., tax purposes).
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site and allow us to improve our services. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit some functionality on our website.
7. Changes to This Policy
Loksadhana reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and significant changes will be communicated to our users via email or website notification. The continued use of our website after such changes constitutes your acknowledgment of the modified policy.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Lokmanya Public Charitable Trust (Loksadhana)
Chikhalgaon, Taluka Dapoli, District Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, India.
Email: contact@loksadhana.org
Phone: +91-9422431275, +91-9404961757
Terms and Conditions
1. Shipping:
Lokmanya Public Charitable Trust (operating under the name “Loksadhana”) does not engage in the sale of goods or products. As a result, no shipping obligations or responsibilities apply to Loksadhana. Any services or support provided by Loksadhana are delivered as part of its charitable mission and do not involve the shipment of physical items.
2. Refunds:
All donations made to Lokmanya Public Charitable Trust are final and non-refundable. By donating to Loksadhana, the donor acknowledges that the contribution is made voluntarily and is non-recoverable under any circumstances. This policy ensures that donations are fully utilized for the charitable purposes for which they were intended.
3. Cancellation:
Lokmanya Public Charitable Trust does not offer any products or services for sale, and thus there are no provisions for cancellation. Any financial support or donations made to the Trust are considered final and cannot be canceled. This policy reflects the Trust’s role as a non-profit entity focused on community development and charitable activities.