Privacy Policy

Love Canal NGO (“Love Canal NGO,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who engage with us—whether as donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners, or website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: name, address, email, phone number, date of birth, identification details (if required by law).
• Donation Information: payment details, donation history, and communication preferences.
• Volunteer/Beneficiary Information: background details, emergency contacts, skills, and program participation records.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, cookies, and usage data when you visit our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process donations and issue receipts.
• Communicate with donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries.
• Deliver our programs and services.
• Send updates, newsletters, and fundraising appeals (only if you consent).
• Comply with legal, tax, and reporting obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

• Love Canal NGO does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
• We may share information with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, IT support) only to the extent necessary.
• We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or court order.

4. Data Security

• We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
• Online donations are processed through secure, encrypted payment gateways.
• However, no system can guarantee 100% security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on local data protection laws, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections or updates.
• Withdraw consent for communications.
• Request deletion of your data (unless required by law to retain).

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

📩 Email: [Insert email]
📞 Phone: [Insert phone number]
📍 Address: [Insert office address]

6. Cookies and Website Tracking

• Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and track site usage.
• You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of our site may not function properly.

7. Data Retention

• We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

8. Children’s Privacy

Love Canal NGO does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18 without parental/guardian consent.

9. Updates to this Policy

Love Canal NGO may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on our website with a revised “Effective Date.”

10. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📩 Email: [Insert email]
📞 Phone: [Insert phone number]
📍 Address: [Insert office address]

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