Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [Date]
Last Updated: [Date]
1. Introduction
Welcome to the Devla Welfare Foundation website (“Website”). Devla Welfare Foundation (“Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, supporters, and website visitors.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our Website, make a donation, participate in our programs, or otherwise interact with us.
By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
Personal Information
Full name
Mobile number
Email address
Postal address
Date of birth (where applicable)
PAN details (where required under applicable tax laws)
Identity information submitted voluntarily
Donation Information
Donation amount
Donation date
Payment method
Transaction ID or reference number
Tax receipt details
Technical Information
When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Operating system
Website usage data
Cookies and similar technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Process and acknowledge donations.
Issue donation receipts and tax-related documents.
Communicate with donors and supporters.
Respond to enquiries and requests.
Improve our Website and services.
Maintain internal records.
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
Prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized transactions.
Share updates about our projects, campaigns, and activities (where permitted).
4. Use of Donations
Donations received by Devla Welfare Foundation are utilized to support charitable and social welfare initiatives, including but not limited to:
Education for underprivileged children
Healthcare assistance
Food distribution
Women empowerment
Child welfare
Community development
Relief and rehabilitation activities
Other charitable purposes aligned with the Foundation’s objectives
While we strive to use donations for the intended programs, we reserve the right to allocate funds where they are most needed to fulfill our charitable mission.
5. Payment Processing
We accept donations through various payment methods, including:
UPI
QR Code
Net Banking
Bank Transfer
Debit Cards
Credit Cards
Razorpay
Cashfree
PayU
Other authorized payment service providers
Payment transactions are processed securely by trusted third-party payment gateways.
Devla Welfare Foundation does not collect or store sensitive payment information such as:
Debit/Credit Card numbers
CVV numbers
Card PINs
Internet Banking passwords
UPI PINs
Such information is handled directly by the respective payment service providers in accordance with applicable security standards.
6. Cookies
Our Website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve user experience
Remember user preferences
Analyze website traffic
Enhance website performance
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some Website features may not function properly.
7. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information for commercial purposes.
We may share information only when necessary with:
Payment gateway providers
Banking partners
Technology and website service providers
Professional auditors
Chartered accountants
Legal advisors
Government or regulatory authorities where required by law
All such parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal information against:
Unauthorized access
Alteration
Disclosure
Loss
Misuse
Destruction
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
Comply with applicable laws
Maintain accounting and tax records
Resolve disputes
Enforce legal obligations
After the applicable retention period, information will be securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.
10. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of information where legally permissible
Withdraw consent (where applicable)
Request clarification regarding the use of your personal information
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites independently.
12. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our Website without appropriate legal consent where required.
If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so that appropriate action can be taken.
13. Donation Refund Policy
All donations made to Devla Welfare Foundation are voluntary and non-refundable.
Refunds may only be considered in exceptional circumstances, including:
Duplicate transactions
Technical or payment processing errors
Situations required under applicable law
Approved refunds, where applicable, will be processed through the original payment method.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Any changes will be posted on this page along with the updated effective date. Continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact:
Devla Welfare Foundation
Email: info@devlawelfarefoundation.com
Phone: 9643461654
Address: B-11, Pragati Enclave 4, Pankshi Vihar Road, Devla, Greater Noida, U.P 201306
By using this Website or making a donation to Devla Welfare Foundation, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.