Privacy Policy

MGA Foundation ("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 and make donations. Please read this policy carefully.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address provided voluntarily when you donate or contact us.
• Payment Information: Payment details (card number, UPI ID, etc.) are processed securely by our payment gateway partner. We do not store your payment credentials on our servers.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited — collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools.
• Communication Data: Messages, queries, or feedback you submit through our contact forms.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To process and confirm your donation transactions.
• To issue donation receipts and tax-exemption certificates (where applicable under Section 80G).
• To communicate updates about our programmes, events, and impact reports (only with your consent).
• To respond to your queries and provide support.
• To improve our website, services, and donor experience through analytics.
• To comply with legal, regulatory, and statutory obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

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

• Payment Processors: Your payment data is shared with our payment gateway partner solely for processing your donation.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government authority.
• Service Providers: Trusted vendors who assist us in operating our website or conducting activities (bound by confidentiality obligations).

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytical data. Cookies are small files placed on your device. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function correctly as a result.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All donation transactions are encrypted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Retention of Data

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law (e.g., financial records for audit purposes). Donation records may be retained for a minimum of 7 years as required under Indian tax and accounting laws.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at mgafoundation2001@gmail.com.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

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