We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.
Last updated: January 24, 2025
The Education Foundation ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website and platform that connects donors with students in need of educational support. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our services.
By using our platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
We collect several types of information from and about users of our platform:
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Process donations, connect donors with students, and manage your account
Send donation receipts, updates about supported students, and important notices
Verify student cases and ensure the authenticity of submissions
Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform and user experience
Comply with legal obligations, including tax reporting requirements
Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining industry-standard protections.
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Request a copy of your personal data
Update or correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your account and data
Receive your data in a portable format
Unsubscribe from marketing communications
Withdraw previously given consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@educationfoundation.org. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
When student cases are submitted, the information is provided by authorized adults (teachers, parents, guardians, or NGO workers) with appropriate consent. Student information is handled with extra care and is only displayed with proper authorization.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make significant changes, we will:
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
The Education Foundation
Data Protection Officer
Email: privacy@educationfoundation.org
Address: 123 Education Street, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053, India
Phone: +91 98765 43210
We take all privacy concerns seriously and will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.