Privacy Policy

Organization: Indian Heritager Foundation

1. Introduction

Welcome to the official website of Indian Heritager Foundation, a not-for-profit social development organization based in India. At Indian Heritager Foundation, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and protecting your personal data.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and secure your personal information when you interact with our website or services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

We reserve the right to amend this policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

• Visit our website

• Make donations

• Subscribe to our newsletters

• Interact via our social media platforms

• Contact us directly

The types of personal information we may collect include (but are not limited to):

• Full Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Postal address

• Donation-related details

• Social media profile information (if you engage through those platforms)

• Any other information you voluntarily provide

3. How We Use Your Information

a. Social Media Interactions

When you interact with us through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), or LinkedIn, we may collect information such as your public profile name, username, profile picture, comments, and reactions. This helps us:

• Understand our audience

• Improve engagement and content strategy

• Respond to messages and comments

• Promote our outreach programs responsibly

b. Contact Purposes

Your contact information is used to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Share updates on our projects and initiatives

• Facilitate smooth donation processes

• Send acknowledgments and reports

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

If you have any concerns or questions regarding the use of your information, please reach out using the contact details at the end of this policy.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We advise you to use our official website and channels for all transactions and communication.

5. Donations

Your contributions support our mission to preserve heritage and promote social well-being. Please note:

• All donations made to Indian Heritager Foundation are non-refundable.

• Donation details are securely processed and may be retained for accounting, legal, and acknowledgment purposes.

6. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.

• Analytical Cookies: Track website usage to help improve performance.

• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.

• Marketing Cookies: Help us display relevant outreach materials and campaigns.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact website functionality. Third-party content embedded on our site may use their own cookies, governed by their respective privacy policies.

7. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note:

• We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites.

• We advise you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

8. Payment Gateway and Financial Information

Payment Processing

We use secure, third-party payment gateways to process all online donations and transactions. These gateways may collect:

• Credit/debit card details

• UPI or net banking information

• Billing address

• Other necessary financial data to complete the transaction

We do not store or directly access your financial information. All transactions are encrypted and processed in compliance with industry standards.

9. Privacy of Financial Information

Your payment details are managed by our payment service providers. We retain only relevant donation metadata (like donor name, amount, and transaction ID) for the purpose of:

• Issuing receipts

• Financial reporting

• Statutory compliance (e.g., Income Tax Act)

• Future donor engagement (only if consented)

Please refer to the privacy policies of our payment gateway partners for detailed information on how your data is handled.

10. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

• Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements

• Maintain historical donation records for audits and reporting

11. Security Measures

We are committed to securing your data. Measures include:

• SSL encryption

• Secure server hosting

• Regular system audits

• Limited internal access based on roles

Still, no online transmission is completely secure. We encourage users to always verify the website address (https://www.indianheritager.org) before donating or entering any data.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or complaints regarding this privacy policy or the handling of your data, you may contact:

Indian Heritager Foundation
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91 790 414 0033
Website: www.indianheritager.org
Address: 250 East periyar Nagar, Ramanathapuram, Coimbatore – 641045. Tamil Nadu. India.