Effective Date: 02-05-2025

*Last Updated:* 01-10-2025

Bharat Putra Foundation Charitable Public Trust We are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all individuals who interact with us, including donors, beneficiaries, volunteers, trustees, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information.

### Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you engage with us:

• - Name, contact details, address, phone number, email
• - Date of birth, gender, and identification details (PAN or Aadhaar for donations)
• - Donation records, payment details (processed securely through Direct Fund Transfer or QR payment gateways)
• - Volunteer applications, trustee/member on boarding details
• - Educational or professional information (when relevant to our programs)
• - Technical data such as IP addresses, browser type, device, and website usage

### How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used for:

• - Processing donations and issuing receipts
• - Complying with statutory/legal obligations under relevant Indian laws (such as Income Tax Act, FCRA, or charitable trust regulations)
• - Communicating updates regarding our programs, services, and events
• - Volunteer coordination, membership registration, and trustee management
• - Program monitoring, reporting, and impact assessments
• - Ensuring security, fraud prevention, and compliance with applicable regulations

### Sharing of Information

We respect your confidentiality and do not sell or rent your information. We may share personal information only in the following circumstances:

• - With government authorities or regulators if required by law
• - With trusted third-party service providers (such as payment processors, IT support, or auditors) under confidentiality agreements
• - For legal proceedings, enforcement of rights, or protection against fraud/security threats
• - With explicit consent from the individual, where applicable

### Data Security

We adopt appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. Payment-related data is handled securely through certified third-party gateways.

### Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for fulfilling legal, operational, and reporting requirements. Donation records are maintained in compliance with statutory norms.

### Your Rights

As per applicable data protection and privacy laws, you may have the right to:

• - Access, verify, or update your personal data
• - Request correction or deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• - Withdraw consent for communication or promotional material
• - Raise queries/concerns regarding data handling practices

### Cookies and Website Usage

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience, track site traffic, and analyze interaction trends. You may configure your browser to decline cookies, though some site functionalities may be limited.

### Third-Party Links

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

### Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in laws, technologies, or organizational practices. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised "Effective Date."

### Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Bharat Putra Foundation Charitable Public Trust First Floor, H.No. DB204, Ward no. 2, Vijay Nagar, Tauru, Haryana

Email: Bharat2putra@gmail.com

Phone: 8607562227