Privacy Policy

VAARADHI TRUST
Effective Date:
Last Updated:

1. INTRODUCTION

Vaaradhi Trust (“Trust”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy, confidentiality, and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, disclose, and protect your information when you interact with us through our website, mobile platforms, donation channels, or any related services (collectively referred to as the “Platform”).

By accessing or using our Platform or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

Personal Information: Any data that identifies or can be used to identify an individual directly or indirectly (e.g., name, email, phone number).

Sensitive Personal Data: Includes financial information, health-related data, identification documents, or any data classified as sensitive under applicable law.

User / You: Any individual who interacts with the Trust.

Services: Includes donations, volunteering, participation in programs, campaigns, and outreach initiatives.

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following categories of information:

a. Personal Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Residential address (city, state, postal code)
• Date of birth (where necessary for specific programs)

b. Financial Information

• Donation amount and transaction details
• Payment method and transaction ID
• Billing information (processed securely via third-party payment gateways)

c. Program-Related Information

• Information submitted during volunteer registration or program participation
• Beneficiary details required for welfare initiatives
• Health or socio-economic information (collected only when strictly necessary)

d. Technical Information

• IP address
• Browser type and device details
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
• Cookies and analytics data

e. Communication Data

• Emails, messages, and phone interactions
• Feedback, survey responses, and inquiries

4. HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION

We collect information through the following methods:

• Directly from You: When you donate, register, volunteer, subscribe, or contact us
• Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs
• From Third Parties: Including payment gateways, partner organizations, and platforms (only with your consent or lawful basis)

5. PURPOSE OF DATA COLLECTION

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Processing donations and issuing receipts
• Managing volunteer registrations and program participation
• Communicating updates, campaigns, newsletters, and impact reports
• Responding to queries and providing support
• Improving our Platform, services, and outreach efforts
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
• Detecting and preventing fraud, misuse, or unauthorized activities

6. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information
• Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws (e.g., tax and financial regulations)
• Legitimate Interests: Improving services, outreach, and fraud prevention

7. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

a. Service Providers and with trusted third parties such as:

1. Payment processors
2. IT and hosting providers
3. Email and communication platforms

b. Partner Organizations: With NGOs, institutions, or collaborators involved in delivering programs or initiatives.

c. Legal Authorities

When required:

• By law or legal process
• To protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud

d. Business Transfers

In the event of restructuring, merger, or organizational changes, subject to appropriate safeguards.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

8. DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures, including:

• Secure servers and encryption protocols
• Restricted access controls
• Regular security monitoring and assessments

While we strive to protect your information, no system can be completely secure. Users are encouraged to take precautions when sharing data online.

9. DATA RETENTION

a. We retain personal data:

• For as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy
• To comply with legal, tax, and regulatory obligations
• To resolve disputes and enforce agreements

We may retain anonymized or aggregated data for research, reporting, and analysis.

10. YOUR RIGHTS

Subject to applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct or update inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of marketing or promotional communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: _______________

11. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance user experience
• Analyse website traffic and usage
• Store user preferences

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that some features of the Platform may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Platform may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage users to review their respective privacy policies.

13. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18 without parental or guardian consent. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

14. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be stored or processed outside India. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

15. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION

In the event of a data breach, we will:

• Take prompt corrective and remedial actions
• Notify affected individuals where required by law
• Report to relevant authorities if mandated

16. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be:

• Posted on our Platform
• Accompanied by an updated “Last Updated” date
• Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

17. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL

For complaints or concerns regarding data privacy:

• Grievance Officer: Prateek Sharma
• Email: admin@vaaradhi.org.in
• Address: 7-2-C8 & C8/2, G.V. Chambers,
  Sanathnagar, IDA Sanath Nagar,
  Hyderabad, Telangana – 500018

We aim to respond within 30 days of receiving a complaint.

18. GOVERNING LAW

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising in relation to this policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the appropriate courts in India.

19. CONTACT US

For questions, requests, or support:

• Email: contact@vaaradhi.org.in
• Phone: +91-7674996876
• Address: 7-2-C8 & C8/2, G.V. Chambers,
  Sanathnagar, IDA Sanath Nagar,
  Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500018

For VAARADHI Trust
Mr. Subbarao Kattamuri Chairman – Board of Trustees	Mr. Kalyan Nagururu Trustee	Mr. M.R. Vikram Trustee