Information Gathering

• Nicola Foundation is committed to protecting user privacy and ensures that personal information is collected responsibly.
• Information is gathered in the following ways:
  • When making a donation
  • When signing up for a campaign
  • When subscribing to updates
• While donating, users may need to provide personal information to ensure secure transactions, including:
  • Name
  • Email and mailing address
  • Telephone number
  • Payment processing details
  • Any other required data
• Nicola Foundation does not collect personal information unless voluntarily provided by the user.

Use of Personal Information

• General browsing of Nicola Foundation’s website is anonymous, and only statistical data such as time, date, and service provider details are collected.
• By signing up for services, users explicitly allow the foundation to collect and use provided data to enhance user experience.
• All personal information is kept confidential and securely handled by authorized personnel only.
• Information is used to:
  • Maintain donation records
  • Share updates and newsletters (users may opt out)
  • Provide relevant information to users
  • Understand the audience better
• User data is not stored permanently unless specifically requested by the user. Users may request data deletion via email, and the process will be completed within two working days.

Privacy of Email Lists

Nicola Foundation does not sell, rent, or share email lists with third parties. Communication is solely for organizational updates, event information, and relevant causes.

Cookie Policy

• Cookies help recognize users on repeated visits to the website.
• Users can configure browser settings to manage cookies as per their preference.
• Disabling cookies may impact website functionality.

Payment Gateway

• Nicola Foundation uses secure SSL technology for processing payments.
• Multi-layered security, including encryption and password protection, safeguards transaction details.

External Web Services

• Nicola Foundation website may feature external services, such as YouTube for videos. However, the foundation does not control third-party data collection.
• External website links are provided for user convenience, but Nicola Foundation is not responsible for their privacy practices.
• Users should review the privacy policies of external websites before sharing personal data.

Changes to Privacy Policy

• Nicola Foundation may update this policy as needed and will notify users accordingly.
• For queries regarding privacy, users may contact: info@nicolafoundation.com