At CanKids KidsCan, we value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information you provide to us through our website www.cankidsindia.org or through other interactions with us (phone, email, in-person).
Your use of our Site and Services signifies your consent to all terms and conditions outlined in this Privacy Policy, which may be amended from time to time. We urge you to read this Policy in full.

1. Collection of Information
a) Personal Information
We may collect information that identifies you (“Personal Information”) when you engage with CanKids KidsCan for:

• Donations and tax exemption receipts
• Registering for events, volunteering, or campaigns
• Communication requests (newsletters, updates)
• Queries, grievances, or support

Your Personal Information may include but is not limited to:

• Name, date of birth, gender
• Postal and email addresses, phone numbers
• PAN card details (for tax exemptions)
• ​Payment details
• ​Organisation details (if applicable)
• Any other information voluntarily provided by you.

b) General Information
When you browse the Site, we may automatically collect non-identifiable information (“General Information”) such as:

• Browser type, IP address, device information
• Date, time, and duration of site visits
• Referring website addresses
• Pages viewed and site navigation patterns

General Information is used for analytical purposes and to enhance website functionality. It does not identify individual users and may be shared in aggregate form.

2. Use of Information
Personal Information collected by CanKids KidsCan is used for legitimate purposes including but not limited to:

• Processing donations and issuing 80G tax exemption receipts
• Sending program updates, impact stories, newsletters, and fundraising appeals (with your consent)
• Organizing volunteering opportunities, events, and campaigns
• Providing responses to queries, support requests, and grievance redressals
• Maintaining internal records and fulfilling legal obligations
• Analyzing website usage trends to improve services and communication
  
  

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies may be “session” (deleted after closing the browser) or “persistent” (stored until expiration or manual deletion).
You can control cookie preferences:

• Modify browser settings to block or delete cookies.
• Note: Disabling cookies may impact certain website functionalities.

We may also use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to evaluate website performance. These third parties are not authorized to use your information beyond what is necessary to assist us.

4. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your Personal Information. However, information may be shared:

• With trusted third-party service providers (payment gateways, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements.
• With regulatory authorities if required by law, regulation, or legal processes.
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of CanKids KidsCan and its stakeholders.
• In case of organizational restructuring, mergers, or collaborations, with prior notification.

While we make every effort to ensure confidentiality with third parties, CanKids KidsCan will not be liable for breaches beyond its control.

5. Security Measures
We employ robust administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your Personal Information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. All online transactions are encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology. However, no internet transmission is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Only authorized personnel and vetted service providers have access to your data, solely for service-related functions.

6. Data Retention
Your Personal Information will be retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes it was collected for, including legal, accounting, and reporting obligations.

7. Links to External Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites for user convenience. CanKids KidsCan is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data security of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing information.

8. Copyrights
All content on www.cankidsindia.org including text, images, graphics, logos and audio is the property of CanKids KidsCan. Unauthorized reproduction, modification, distribution, or commercial use is prohibited without written consent from CanKids KidsCan.

10. Policy Updates
CanKids KidsCan reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at its discretion. Any changes will be updated on this page and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage periodic review of this Policy.

11. Your Rights
As a data subject, you have the right to:

• Access, rectify, or request deletion of your personal information.
• Withdraw consent to communications at any time.
• Raise concerns regarding data privacy or misuse.

For any such requests, please contact [email protected].

12. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or grievances related to this Privacy Policy, please reach out to: Email: [email protected]