Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Sarthak Charitable Trust ("Sarthak"), is committed to the ethical collection, retention, and use of the information you provide about yourself ("Personal Information") on this website: www.sarthakcharitable.org ("Site").

2. Your Personal Information

Personal Information collected may include, but is not limited to:

• Your name
• Your age
• Your occupation
• A user ID and password of your choice
• Your email and mailing address
• Your telephone number
• Payment processing details
• Limited personal details
• Any other information required by Sahyog

3. Understanding the Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines Sahyog's practices for collecting, using, and protecting your Personal Information. Please read it carefully.

4. Consent

Your use of this Site constitutes your consent to all terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy (as amended from time to time), and you agree to be bound by them.

5. Collection of Information

Site Browsing: You may browse the Site anonymously. However, certain features and interactions require you to provide Personal Information (e.g., registration, donations, or transactions).

Automatic Information: While browsing, the Site may automatically record general information, such as:

• Date and time of your visit
• The referring website's address
• Browser type and version
• General site traffic statistics

This information does not identify individuals and is used for statistical analysis, traffic pattern tracking, and gauging public interest. Sarthak may share such general data at its discretion.

6. Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your computer that track your navigation on the Site.

Types of cookies:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when the browser is closed.
• Persistent Cookies: Retained until they expire or are deleted manually.

Cookies may be required for certain features on the Site, such as secure login or completing transactions. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may impact functionality.

7. Use of Information

Sarthak uses your Personal Information for purposes including but not limited to:

• Sending emails, promotional material, surveys, brochures, updates, and donation reminders.
• Processing donations and delivering purchased products.
• Maintaining a confidential database of Personal Information.
• Administering the Site and responding to user queries.

8. Disclosure of Information

Access to Personal Information is restricted to authorized personnel and third-party service providers performing administrative functions (e.g., processing donations or managing databases).

Sarthak may share Personal Information with affiliated organizations or partners as deemed necessary.

Sarthak is not responsible for misuse of Personal Information by third parties not employed by the organization.

Information may be disclosed without notice if required by law, regulation, or legal proceedings.

9. Security Measures

Sarthak employs up-to-date security measures to protect your Personal Information. While Sarthak strives to safeguard data, it does not guarantee the absolute security of information shared on the Site.

10. Links to Other Websites

The Site may contain links to external websites. Sarthak is not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites and encourages users to review their policies before sharing information.

11. Policy Amendments

Sarthak reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on the Site. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of these changes.

12. Copyright Protection

All content on this Site, including graphics, text, icons, and software, is the property of Sarthak or its content providers and is protected by Indian and international copyright laws. Use of this content is restricted to specific purposes, such as making inquiries, donations, or purchasing Sarthak products. Reproduction or redistribution without permission is prohibited.

13. Donation Refund Policy

Sarthak strives to process donations as instructed. If an erroneous donation occurs, Sarthak will respond within Fifteen working days of receiving a valid refund request.

Refund requests must include proof of deduction and the original receipt (if issued). Tax exemption certificates, once issued, prevent refunds.

For further information, please contact us at info@sarthakcharitable.org.