Privacy Policy

Youthsrijan Foundation ("we", "our", or "the Foundation") collects personal information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with our website, make a donation, apply for membership, register for events, or contact us. The types of information we may collect include:

• Identity Information: Full name, date of birth, gender, photograph (for ID/membership cards).
• Contact Information: Email address, mobile/phone number, postal address.
• Payment Information: Transaction IDs and payment method details processed securely via our payment gateway partners (Razorpay / PhonePe). We do not store raw card or bank account numbers.
• Professional Information: Occupation, designation, and organisational affiliation (where applicable).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and usage data collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools.
• Communication Records: Correspondence you send us through the contact form, email, or WhatsApp.

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process donations, issue receipts, and generate tax exemption certificates under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
• To register and manage membership applications, generate member ID cards, and send membership confirmations.
• To communicate important updates, newsletters, event invitations, and programme announcements.
• To fulfil legal and regulatory obligations including FCRA compliance, Annual Reports, and Income Tax filings.
• To verify identity and prevent fraudulent activity or misuse of our services.
• To analyse website usage and improve the user experience of our digital platforms.
• To process volunteer and internship applications and issue appointment/appreciation letters.

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for commercial purposes.

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function correctly (e.g., session management, CSRF protection).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website using tools such as Google Analytics (anonymised).
• Preference Cookies: Remember your language, region, or display settings for subsequent visits.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some areas of the website may not function as intended. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party partners (payment gateways, email service providers, SMS gateways) who process data only on our behalf and under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority, including disclosures under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA).
• Organisational Partners: Only aggregated, non-identifiable data may be shared with partner NGOs or government bodies for programme reporting and impact measurement.
• Donor Recognition: With your explicit consent, donor names may be published on our website, annual reports, or at events for recognition purposes.

Data Retention: We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Donation and financial records are retained for a minimum of seven (7) years in accordance with accounting and tax regulations.

Your Rights: Subject to applicable Indian law, you have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention obligations).
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time by clicking "Unsubscribe" or contacting us directly.
• Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at youthsrijan@gmail.com or write to us at our registered address. We will respond within 30 days.

Data Security: We implement industry-standard technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit, restricted access controls, and regular security audits.

While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your account details confidential.

Policy Updates: We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated policy will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us:

• Email: youthsrijanfoundation@gmail.com
• Phone: +91 9771505451
• Address: Hisra Barwadhih, Patan, Palamau, Jharkhand - 822123, India