Welcome to Discovery Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, https://discoveryfoundation.in, make a donation, register for our programs, volunteer with us, or contact us.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Name
Email Address
Mobile Number
Postal Address
Date of Birth (if required)
Donation and payment details (excluding complete card or banking credentials)
Volunteer or membership information
Any information you voluntarily provide through forms, emails, or inquiries.
We may also automatically collect technical information such as:
IP Address
Browser Type
Device Information
Operating System
Website usage statistics
Cookies and similar technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used to:
Process donations and issue acknowledgements.
Respond to your inquiries.
Register you for events, campaigns, or volunteer activities.
Share updates about our programs and initiatives.
Improve our website and user experience.
Maintain legal, financial, and regulatory compliance.
Prevent fraud and ensure website security.
3. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve functionality, analyze website traffic, and enhance your browsing experience.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.
4. Sharing of Information
Discovery Foundation does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only:
With trusted service providers assisting in website operations or payment processing.
When required by law or government authorities.
To protect our legal rights or prevent fraud.
With your consent.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
6. Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or payment gateways.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before sharing personal information.
7. Your Rights
You may request to:
Access your personal information.
Correct inaccurate information.
Update your details.
Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
Request deletion of your information where legally permissible.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without the consent of a parent or legal guardian where required by law.
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
Discovery Foundation may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Discovery Foundation
Website: https://discoveryfoundation.in
Email: info@discoveryfoundation.in
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your request promptly.