Last Updated: 1st Jan 2024
At Forward Impact, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information from you when you voluntarily provide it to us through our website or other communication channels. The types of personal information we may collect include:
> Contact information such as your name, email address, postal address, and phone number.
> Demographic information such as your age, gender, and occupation.
> Financial information necessary for donation processing or payment purposes.
> Information about your device and internet connection, such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system. Usage details, such as the pages you visit on our website and the actions you take.
Use of Information
We may use the personal information we collect from you for various purposes, including:
> Providing and maintaining our website, products, and services.
> Communicating with you and responding to your inquiries, comments, or questions.
> Sending you administrative information, such as updates or changes to our policies or services.
> Processing your donations or payments securely and efficiently.
> Conducting research and analysis to improve our website, products, and services.
> Customizing your experience and delivering personalized content and advertisements.
> Promoting our mission, events, and initiatives through marketing and promotional communications, but only if you have opted in to receive such communications.
> Protecting our rights and the rights of others.
Disclosure of Information
We may share your personal information with third parties in certain situations, including:
> Service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or conducting our business, and who are bound by contractual obligations to keep your information confidential.
> Trusted partners, sponsors, or collaborators with whom we may share information to support our mission and initiatives, but only if you have provided consent or where permitted by applicable laws.
> Legal authorities or law enforcement agencies if required by law or to protect our rights and the rights of others.
Security
We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to help protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is100% secure.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us analyze website traffic, remember your preferences, and improve the overall functionality of our website. You have the option to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. However, please note that declining cookies may affect your ability to access or use certain features of our website.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you visit.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 14. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 14. If you believe we may have collected personal information from a child under 14, please contact us immediately.
Your Rights
You may have certain rights regarding the personal information we hold about you, including:
> The right to access, update, or correct your personal information.
> The right to object to or restrict the processing of your personal information.
> The right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.
To exercise these rights or make any other requests regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information provided below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes we make will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at people@forward-impact.org