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Hariram Bapa Seva TrustAmreli, Gujarat (Reg E/2280)
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Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2025

SANT SHREE HARIRAM BAPA SEVA TRUST (Reg. No. E/2280/Amreli) — Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what information we collect when you donate and how we protect it.

1. Information We Collect

When you make a donation through our website, we may collect the following personal information solely for the purpose of issuing donation receipts and maintaining trust records: • Full name of the donor • Phone number / WhatsApp number • City or address • Donation amount and date • PAN number (if 80G receipt is requested) We collect this information only when you voluntarily provide it during the donation process.

2. Payment Information

We do NOT collect, store, or have access to your credit card numbers, debit card numbers, bank account details, or UPI PINs. All payment processing is handled securely by our third-party payment gateway, Cashfree Payments. Your financial information is transmitted directly to Cashfree's secure servers and is subject to their privacy and security policies. The Trust only receives confirmation of successful or failed transactions from the payment gateway.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your personal information is used exclusively for: • Issuing 80G tax exemption receipts as per the Indian Income Tax Act, 1961 • Maintaining internal trust accounting records as required by the Gujarat Public Trusts Act • Recording your name and donation details in the Tithi Register (if applicable and with your consent) • Contacting you regarding your donation receipt or any queries related to your contribution • Sending donation acknowledgement via WhatsApp We do NOT use your data for marketing, newsletters, or promotional communications unless you explicitly opt in.

4. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, rent, trade, or share your personal data with any third party for commercial or marketing purposes. Your information may only be disclosed: • To comply with applicable Indian laws, regulations, or legal processes • To the Income Tax Department of India if required for 80G verification • To our payment gateway (Cashfree Payments) solely for processing your donation transaction

5. Data Retention

We retain donor records for a minimum of 7 (seven) years from the date of donation, as required under Indian income tax norms and the Gujarat Public Trusts Act for audit and compliance purposes. After the mandatory retention period, records may be securely archived or deleted at the Trust's discretion.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to: • Request access to the personal data we hold about you • Request correction or update of inaccurate personal data • Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention requirements) To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via WhatsApp at +91 94267 35127 or visit us at our registered office. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

7. Contact

For any privacy-related queries or concerns: SANT SHREE HARIRAM BAPA SEVA TRUST Registration No.: E/2280/Amreli PAN: AAUTS4015K Address: Manekpara Area, Marketyard Road, Amreli, Gujarat – 365601, India Phone / WhatsApp: +91 94267 35127 (Jitubhai Somaiya, Managing Trustee) Email: seva@harirambapasevatrust.org