Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

 

Heart Health India Foundation ("we," "us," "our," or "HHIF") is committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services. By using our website or engaging with us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully.

 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide to Us

• Personal Information: When you fill out forms on our website (e.g., for newsletter subscriptions, donations, event registrations, or inquiries), we may collect your name, email address, phone number, postal address, and other details you provide voluntarily.

• Payment Information: When you make donations or payments through our website, we may collect necessary payment information, such as credit card details. Payment processing is handled by third-party providers, and we do not store payment information directly.

b. Information We Collect Automatically

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and track user behavior on our site. You may control the use of cookies through your browser settings.

• Usage Data: This includes information about how you access and interact with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, and browsing behavior.

c. Third-Party Sources

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as social media platforms, if you interact with our content through those services.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: To process donations, registrations, and event participation, as well as provide the services you have requested.

• To Communicate with You: To send you updates, newsletters, and information about HHIF’s initiatives and events.

• To Improve Our Website and Services: To analyze usage patterns, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve user experience.

• For Legal and Security Reasons: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, protect our rights, and prevent fraudulent activity.

 

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or share your personal data except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us manage website functionality, process payments, and communicate with you. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and can only use it for the purposes for which it was provided.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, in response to legal processes, or to protect our rights, safety, or property, or that of others.

• With Your Consent: We may share your data when you have provided explicit consent for us to do so.

 

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. If you wish to request the deletion of your personal information, please contact us at info@hearthealthindia.org.

 

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access Your Information: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

• Correct or Update Your Information: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Delete Your Information: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

• Opt-Out of Communications: You can unsubscribe from our newsletters and promotional communications at any time by following the instructions in those emails or by contacting us.

 

7. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated or controlled by HHIF. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

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8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take immediate steps to delete it.

 

9. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of India, please be aware that your personal data may be transferred to and stored in India or other jurisdictions. By using our website and providing your data, you consent to the transfer of your personal data to India and other countries.

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10. Limitation of Liability

While HHIF takes reasonable steps to protect your personal data, we cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure of your information by third parties. We do not guarantee the absolute security of your personal data and shall not be liable for any breach of security or unauthorized access to our systems, except to the extent required by law.

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11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page, and the updated Privacy Policy will take effect immediately upon being posted. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed.

 

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Heart Health India Foundation
Email: support@hearthealthindia.org

 

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.