Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

VIKALP ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.vikalp.org.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Make a donation
• Register for events or programs
• Apply for volunteer positions

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, postal address, and payment information.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Send newsletters and updates about our programs
• Process donations and issue tax receipts
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and enhance security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website and conducting our activities
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Object to processing of your information

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

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: