Introduction

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how Kashmiri Pandits’ Association Mumbai (“KPA”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information via kpamumbai.org (the “Website”). It is an electronic record under the IT Act, 2000, and applies to all users and donors.

We prioritize data privacy while supporting charitable activities like education and community welfare. Changes to this Policy will be posted here; continued use implies acceptance.

Information Collected

We collect minimal personal data: name, email, phone, address, and payment details for donations; contact info for newsletters or events. Non-personal data like IP address or browser type may be gathered via cookies for site analytics.

Donation forms capture 80G-eligible details voluntarily; no sensitive financial data is stored on our servers.

Purpose of Collection

Data is used to process donations, issue receipts, send updates on KPA programs, and improve services. It supports our non-profit mission without commercial intent.

We do not collect data from minors without parental consent and limit collection to what’s necessary.

Sharing and Disclosure

Information is not sold or shared with third parties except: payment processors (e.g., secure gateways), legal authorities if required, or service providers under strict confidentiality.

Donor data may be aggregated anonymously for reports to trustees or funders, complying with Indian charity laws.

Data Security and Retention

We implement reasonable security practices (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect data from unauthorized access. Data is retained only as needed for tax/audit purposes (e.g., 7 years per Income Tax rules) or until withdrawal of consent.

In case of breach, we notify affected users and authorities promptly.

User Rights

You can access, correct, delete, or object to data processing by emailing kpamumbai@yahoo.co.in. Grievance Officer: [Name/Title, e.g., Secretary KPA], contactable within one month per IT Rules.

Cookies and Third Parties

The site uses essential cookies; analytics tools (if any) are anonymized. Opt-out via browser settings.

Governing Law

This Policy follows Indian laws, with Mumbai jurisdiction. Last updated: March 10, 2026. Contact: kpamumbai@yahoo.co.in or +91 22 68340658