Privacy Policy

Marefat’s Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 07/09/2024

Introduction

Marefat (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal information through our website, www.Marefat.org


Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including but not limited to:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number.
- Donation Information: Credit card details, donation amounts, and other payment information.
- Volunteer Information: Information related to your volunteer activities, availability, and interests.
- Event Registration: Information required for event registration, such as dietary preferences, emergency contact details, and accessibility needs.

Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information automatically when you visit our Site, including but not limited to:
- Browser and Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system.
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent on the Site, and referring URLs.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including but not limited to:
- Processing Donations: To process and acknowledge your donations.
- Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and other communications related to our mission and activities.
- Event Management: To manage event registrations and communications.
- Volunteer Coordination: To coordinate volunteer activities and communicate with volunteers.
- Improving Our Site: To analyze how our Site is used and to improve its content and functionality.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell 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 Site, processing payments, and other business functions.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, safety, and property.
- Event Partners: With co-sponsors and partners involved in organizing events you register for.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your Choices

You have the following choices regarding your personal information:
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving our communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
- Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us.
- Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and contractual restrictions.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a visitor under the age of 16, we will delete the information from our records.

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 our Site. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

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

Marefat
P.O Box 8, Paeonian springs, VA 20129-9997
info@marefat.org
+1 571 246 3007

Thank you for supporting Marefat and for trusting us with your personal information.