Privacy Policy

Jayaprada Foundation respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. We aim to be transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your data while you interact with our website. This policy explains our practices and your rights in a clear and simple manner. Please note that this policy applies only to Jayaprada Foundation and does not extend to external websites linked through our platform.

Information We Collect

You are welcome to browse our website without providing any personal information. However, when you choose to engage with us such as making a donation, signing up for updates, or reaching out with a question we may collect certain details to serve you effectively. This information is provided voluntarily and helps us carry out our social mission.

Personal information you provide – Your name, email address, phone number, postal address, donation amount, and communication preferences.

Technical information collected automatically – Your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages you visit on our site. This helps us understand how users interact with our website and improve its performance.

Use of Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files that help us remember your preferences, making the site more user-friendly and responsive. They do not collect personal information on their own. You are free to disable cookies in your browser settings at any time; however, doing so may affect the functionality of certain website features.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to support our charitable activities and provide you with a better experience. Specifically, we use your information for:

• Processing donations and issuing receipts or tax certificates
• Sharing campaign updates and organisational news
• Responding to your enquiries and requests
• Improving our website services and content
• Meeting legal and regulatory requirements

In addition, we may use non-identifiable, aggregated data to understand trends and enhance our operations. We never use your personal information for purposes incompatible with this policy without your consent.

Payment Information

All donations and payments made through our website are processed securely by trusted third-party payment gateways. Jayaprada Foundation does not store complete credit card, debit card, or banking details on its own servers. Your payment information is handled solely by our authorised service providers, who are bound by strict security and confidentiality standards.

Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy completely and do not sell or rent your personal information to anyone. On rare occasions, we may need to share your information in limited circumstances, such as:

• With payment gateway providers to process your donation
• With authorised service partners who help us operate our website or communications
• With legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

Whenever we share your information, we do so with appropriate safeguards to ensure it remains protected.

Your Choices

You have meaningful choices regarding your personal information:

• You may choose not to provide certain information, though this may limit your ability to donate or receive updates.
• You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
• You have the right to request access to your personal data, correct inaccuracies, or request deletion of your information, subject to applicable legal requirements.

To exercise any of these rights, simply contact us using the details at the end of this policy.

Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal information only for as long as it is necessary for operational, legal, and administrative purposes such as maintaining donation records, issuing tax receipts, or complying with regulatory obligations. We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, please understand that no online system or data transmission can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Changes to This Policy

Jayaprada Foundation may update or revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or website features. When we make updates, we will post the revised policy on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of our website after any changes are posted will be considered acceptance of those updates.