Effective Date: 04.08.23
Introduction
Welcome to the Educaring Africa website ("we," "us," or "our").
At Educaring Africa, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
By accessing or using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
1.1. Personal Information: We may collect certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and other contact details when you interact with our website or communicate with us.
1.2. Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-personal information, such as your browser type, IP address, device type, and website usage patterns, to enhance your experience and improve our services.
1.3. Donations: If you choose to make a donation through our website, we will collect necessary payment information. However, we do not store credit/debit card information on our servers. All payment transactions are securely processed by third-party payment processors.
How We Use Your Information
2.1. Providing Services: We use your personal information to process donations, respond to inquiries, and provide you with information about our programs, events, and activities.
2.2. Communication: We may send you emails, newsletters, or other communications related to our charity's activities and updates. You can opt-out of these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails or contacting us directly.
2.3. Analytics: We use non-personal information to analyze website traffic, improve our website's functionality, and gain insights into user preferences.
2.4. Legal Compliance: We may use and disclose your information as required by law or when we believe such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, or investigate potential violations.
Data Sharing
3.1. Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, and conducting other necessary activities. These providers have agreed to safeguard your data and use it solely for the purposes we specify.
3.2. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information in response to a court order, subpoena, or other lawful request.
3.3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or other business transaction, your information may be transferred to a new entity.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. We encourage you to maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials and report any suspicious activities immediately.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps to remove the data.
Your Choices
6.1. Updating Information: You can update or correct your personal information by contacting us through the provided contact details.
6.2. Opting Out: If you no longer wish to receive communications from us, you can opt-out by following the unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make any substantial changes, we will provide a prominent notice on our website or notify you directly. Your continued use of our website after the changes will indicate your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at info@educaringafrica.org