Privacy Policy
How we handle your information with care and integrity.
BE ACT Foundation, operated under Bhagwati Educational and Charitable Trust, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all visitors, beneficiaries, donors, partners and stakeholders who interact with our website and services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your information.
By accessing our website or providing your information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
This includes information voluntarily provided by you, such as:
- Full name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Address
- Date of birth
- Identification details (if required for specific programs)
- Payment or donation related details
- Any other information submitted through forms or communication channels
b. Non Personal Information
This includes data that does not identify you personally, such as:
- Browser type
- Device information
- IP address
- Cookies and usage data
- Pages visited and interaction patterns on the website
c. Program or Service Information
Details provided when registering for:
- Educational or community programs
- Health and welfare initiatives
- Volunteer activities
- Donation or sponsorship schemes
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To communicate updates, confirmations, event details and program information
- To process donations, issue receipts and maintain financial compliance
- To maintain accurate beneficiary, partner and donor records
- To improve website experience and user engagement
- To comply with legal, regulatory and audit requirements
- To strengthen our outreach, impact assessments and reporting
- To respond to queries, provide support and manage feedback
- To ensure safe and efficient functioning of our services and platforms
Your information is never sold, traded or shared for any commercial purpose.
3. Sharing of Information
We may share information only in the following cases:
a. Legal or Regulatory Requirement
When required by:
- Courts of law
- Government authorities
- Applicable regulatory bodies
b. Service Providers
We may share limited information with trusted service providers who support:
- Payment processing
- Website hosting
- Data storage
- Communication services
All service providers operate under strict confidentiality agreements.
c. Internal Operations
Information may be accessed by authorised personnel for:
- Program administration
- Financial audits
- Reporting and compliance
We ensure that access is limited to specific roles and responsibilities.
4. Data Protection and Security
We implement strong security practices to protect your information from:
- Unauthorised access
- Loss or misuse
- Alteration or destruction
Protection measures include secure servers, encrypted communication, restricted access and regular review of security systems. However, no method of online transmission can guarantee absolute security.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies help in:
- Remembering preferences
- Understanding browsing patterns
- Improving website performance
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but certain features may not function effectively without them.
6. Third Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for:
- Content on third party sites
- Their privacy practices
- Any data provided to them
We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any external site they visit.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for:
- Program or service delivery
- Legal and audit obligations
- Donation and financial records
- Administrative requirements
Information that is no longer required is securely deleted or anonymised.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Withdraw consent where applicable
- Request deletion, subject to legal limitations
- Opt out of communications
To exercise your rights, contact us through the details provided below.
9. Consent
By using the website or submitting information, you consent to:
- The collection and use of data
- Processing for relevant purposes
- Storage as per this Privacy Policy
If you do not agree, please avoid providing personal information or discontinue website usage.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on the website with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website signifies acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Information
For questions, concerns or requests related to this Privacy Policy, contact:
BE ACT Foundation
Bhagwati Educational and Charitable Trust
Email: beacthazaribagh@gmail.com
Phone: 9122289578
Address: Hazaribagh , Jharkhand.