Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 30, 2026 Effective Date: April 30, 2026

At Asttitva Samajik Sanstha, we are committed to protecting the privacy and dignity of our beneficiaries, donors, and volunteers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with Indian data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect data that is necessary for our social welfare activities, including women empowerment, elderly care, and resource distribution.

  • Donors: Name, email, phone number, PAN (for 80G tax receipts), and transaction details.

  • Volunteers/Members: Name, contact info, address, and skills.

  • Beneficiaries: Basic demographic info and specific needs (e.g., medical requirements for elderly care or vocational interests).

  • Website Visitors: IP addresses and cookies (to improve site performance).

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your information strictly for non-commercial purposes:

  • Processing donations and issuing tax-exempt receipts.

  • Communicating updates about our programs (e.g., Food Distribution, International Women’s Day events).

  • Verifying eligibility for vocational training or old-age home care.

  • Meeting legal and audit requirements under Indian Law.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We only share information with:

  • Government Authorities: When required for tax compliance (Income Tax Dept) or legal mandates.

  • Service Providers: Trusted partners like payment gateways (e.g., Razorpay) or email services, solely for the purpose of completing a transaction or communication.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security practices as per Section 43A of the IT Act. This includes SSL encryption for our website and restricted access to sensitive records.

5. Your Rights (Data Principal Rights)

As per the DPDP Act 2023, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Know what data we hold about you.

  • Right to Correction: Update any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Right to Erasure: Request the deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements for financial records).

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of communications at any time.

6. Retention of Data

We keep donation records for at least 7 years to comply with Indian tax laws. Other personal data is deleted or anonymized once it is no longer needed for the purpose it was collected.

7. Grievance Redressal

If you have any concerns or wish to exercise your rights, please contact our Grievance Officer:

  • Name: [Insert Name, e.g., Mrs. Mangal Nitin Manjrekar]

  • Email: asttitvango@gmail.com

  • Address: G/2, Miranda Mansion, Prabhu Alli, Parnaka, Vasai (W), Maharashtra- 401201.

  • Phone: +91 7276143074