Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

1. Introduction

Rajaram Shakti Sewa Foundation ("we," "our," or "the Foundation") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website and services.

By using our website (www.rshaktisewafoundation.org) or making a donation, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information (Provided by You)

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Postal address
• PAN number (for 80G tax receipts)
• Payment information (processed securely by Razorpay)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Processing your donations and issuing receipts
• Generating 80G tax exemption certificates
• Sending donation confirmations and thank-you communications
• Providing updates about our programs and impact
• Responding to your inquiries and support requests
• Improving our website and user experience
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
• Sending newsletters (only with your consent)

4. Payment Security

All payment transactions are processed through Razorpay, a PCI-DSS compliant payment gateway. We do not store your credit card, debit card, or bank account details on our servers. Razorpay handles all sensitive payment data with industry-standard encryption.

For more information, please refer to Razorpay's Privacy Policy.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Payment Processor: With Razorpay for processing donations
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government authority
• Tax Authorities: PAN details for 80G certificate issuance as per Income Tax regulations
• Service Providers: With email service providers for sending receipts and updates (under strict confidentiality agreements)

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including:

• Donation records: Retained for a minimum of 8 years as per Indian tax and accounting regulations
• Communication preferences: Until you opt out
• Website analytics: 26 months

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@rshaktisewafoundation.org.

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors use our site
• Preference Cookies: To remember your settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website features.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure server infrastructure
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us