Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal data on the website https://aspiretrust.org.in (the "Website") operated by Aspire Education and Conferences Trust (hereinafter referred to as "we", "us", "our" or "the Trust"), a public charitable trust registered under the Telangana Public Trusts Act / Indian Trusts Act, 1882, with registration number Bk IV 16/2026 and principal office at #9-96, Prajay virgin county, Mankhal 501359 Telangana.
We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), the Information Technology Act, 2000, and other applicable Indian laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth, PAN (for donations), Aadhaar (if voluntarily provided and permitted), bank details (for donations/refunds), and other details you provide via forms.
- Donation-related Information: Payment details processed through secure third-party gateways.
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and cookies/analytics data.
- Volunteering/Other: Information submitted through contact, volunteer, or event registration forms.
We collect data only when you voluntarily provide it or as necessary for the functioning of the Website.
2. Purpose of Processing
Your personal data is processed for:
- Processing donations and issuing tax receipts (e.g., under Section 80G).
- Responding to inquiries and providing information about our charitable activities.
- Sending updates, newsletters, impact reports, or appeals (with your consent or legitimate interest).
- Improving our Website and user experience.
- Complying with legal obligations, including tax, charity, and data protection laws.
- Preventing fraud and ensuring security.
3. Consent and Notice
We provide a clear notice at the point of data collection explaining the data requested, purpose, and your rights. You consent by submitting the information. You may withdraw consent at any time, which may affect our ability to provide certain services.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:
- Trusted service providers (e.g., payment gateways, email service providers, hosting) under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal authorities when required by law.
- Auditors or regulators for compliance with charitable trust obligations.
Any cross-border transfers (if applicable) will comply with DPDP Act requirements.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security safeguards (technical, organizational, and physical) to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or breach. In case of a breach, we will notify affected individuals and the Data Protection Board as required.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the stated purposes or as required by law (e.g., for tax records).
7. Your Rights (Data Principal Rights)
Under the DPDP Act and other laws, you have the right to:
- Access your data.
- Correction, completion, or erasure (where applicable).
- Withdraw consent.
- Grievance redressal.
- Nominate another person (in certain cases).
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@aspiretrust.org.in. We will respond within the timelines prescribed by law.
8. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies for functionality and analytics. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. Children's Data
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18 without verifiable parental consent, in line with DPDP Act provisions.
10. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date.
11. Governing Law and Contact
This Policy is governed by the laws of India. Disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Hyderabad, Telangana.