Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information:
Privacy Policy for Donations
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
[Your Temple Name] (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information of our donors and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you make a donation or interact with us.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Personal Information:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Payment information (e.g., credit/debit card details, bank account information)
1.2 Donation Details:
Amount donated
Frequency of donation (one-time or recurring)
Purpose of donation (if specified)
1.3 Other Information:
Communication preferences
Feedback or messages sent to us
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
To process and acknowledge your donations.
To issue donation receipts and maintain records for legal and tax purposes.
To send you updates about temple activities, events, and fundraising campaigns (if you have opted in).
To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
3. Sharing of Your Information
We respect your privacy and will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in processing donations, sending communications, or maintaining our systems.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulations.
With Your Consent: When you have explicitly agreed to share your information for specific purposes.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Payment transactions are encrypted using secure technology. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights concerning your personal information:
Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Opt-Out: Opt-out of receiving promotional communications by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
6. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features of our website may not function properly as a result.
7. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18 without parental or guardian consent. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child without appropriate consent, we will delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected with a revised "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
[Your Temple Name]
[Address]
[Phone Number]
[Email Address]
Thank you for supporting [Your Temple Name]. Your generosity helps us serve the community and uphold our mission.
If you have any concerns about your privacy or data security, please reach out to us.