Privacy Policy

01Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information when you interact with our website or donate:

• Full name, email address, and phone number
• Date of birth and PAN card number (for 80G receipt issuance)
• Address, city, state, and pincode
• Payment information (processed securely - we do not store card numbers)
• IP address, browser type, and usage data (via cookies)

02How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process your donation and issue payment receipts
• To issue Section 80G tax exemption certificates
• To send you updates about our projects and impact (you may unsubscribe at any time)
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• To respond to your queries and messages
• To improve our website and services

03Payment Security

All online payments are processed through secure, PCI-DSS compliant payment gateways. We do not store your credit/debit card information on our servers. All transactions are encrypted using 256-bit SSL technology.

04Sharing of Information

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

• With payment processors to facilitate your donation
• With government authorities as required by law (e.g., Income Tax Department for 80G compliance)
• With our auditors and legal advisors under strict confidentiality

05Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These cookies help us understand how users interact with our site and improve its functionality. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect some features of the website.

06Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and as required by Indian law - including the Income Tax Act for 80G documentation. Donor records are typically retained for a minimum of 7 years.

07Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt out of promotional communications at any time
• Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@nascentfoundation.org

08Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

09Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: