1. Introduction
Elara Foundation (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you use our website, https://elarafoundation.in/, and related digital services.
2. Data We Collect
a) Personal Data you provide directly
- Name, email, phone number, address
- Donation/payment details
- Volunteer or beneficiary information (experience, skills, location)
- Uploaded documents or media (e.g., identity proofs, photos)
b) Automated data via website
- IP address, browser type, device info, referrer URLs
- Cookies and web‑beacons to support analytics and security
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
- Process your donations and payments
- Communicate with you (e.g., updates, newsletters, events)
- Facilitate volunteer coordination or beneficiary support
- Improve our services and website experience
- Protect against fraud and ensure legal or regulatory compliance
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share with:
- Service providers (e.g., payment gateways, IT/hosting, analytics) under contract
- Legal or regulatory bodies, if required (e.g., court order, compliance check)
- M&A parties, in case of organizational changes, subject to confidentiality
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies for functionality, analytics, and security. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may impair certain website features.
6. Data Retention
We retain data as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes disclosed in this policy (e.g., donor records, volunteer coordination) or as legally required. You may request deletion or correction at any time.
7. Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws (e.g., DPDP Act 2023), you have the right to:
- Access or request a copy of your personal data
- Correct incomplete or inaccurate data
- Withdraw consent for specific processing
- Request deletion or erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
To exercise your rights or lodge a complaint, write to:
Email: drleeladharbhattmemorialkalyan@gmail.com
Mailing Address: Dr. Liladhar Bhatt Memorial Kalyan Samiti, House no 6 street no 1 dewasheray colony lohariyasaal talla unchapul haldwani district Nainital, 263139
8. Security Measures
We implement administrative, technical, and physical security measures, such as:
- Secure servers and encryption (HTTPS)
- Access controls and staff training
- Regular security reviews and penetration testing
9. Third-Party Links & Agencies
Our website may link to third-party sites (e.g., social media, partner NGOs). This Policy doesn’t apply to such sites. Please review their privacy terms before use.
10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years. If we discover such data has been submitted, we will delete it promptly.
11. Updates to this Policy
We may update this policy. The “Effective Date” will reflect changes. We encourage periodic review.
12. Contact Us
For questions or concerns:
Email: privacy@elarafoundation.in
Mailing Address: Dr. Liladhar Bhatt Memorial Kalyan Samiti, House no 6 street no 1 dewasheray colony lohariyasaal talla unchapul haldwani district Nainital, 263139