Data Protection
Introduction
At the Giving Hands Foundation (GHF), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our donors, volunteers, and visitors. This Data Protection Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of personal information. By interacting with our website, you agree to the terms set forth in this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information: This includes details such as your name, address, email, telephone number, and payment information, which you provide when making a donation, signing up for our newsletter, or registering as a volunteer. Non-Personal Information: We collect anonymous data related to your website usage, such as your IP address, the type of browser you use, and your browsing behavior while on our site.
How We Use Your Information
- To Process Transactions: Your information, whether public or private, will not be sold, exchanged, transferred, or given to any other company for any reason whatsoever, without your consent, other than for the express purpose of delivering the purchased product or service requested by the customer.
- To Send Periodic Emails: The email address you provide for order processing, may be used to send you information and updates pertaining to your order, in addition to receiving occasional company news, updates, related product or service information, etc.
- To Improve Our Website: We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.
Protection of Your Information
- Data Security: We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you enter, submit, or access your personal information. These include encryption, firewalls, and secure server facilities.
- Data Retention: We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide the services you have requested and thereafter for a variety of legitimate legal or business purposes. These might include retention periods mandated by law, contract, or similar obligations applicable to our business operations.
Disclosure of Information to Third Parties
Legal Requirements: We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your personally identifiable information. This does not include trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. We may also release your information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours or others' rights, property, or safety.
Rights of Data Subjects
Access and Control: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections or deletion of the information. Additionally, you have the right to object to certain processing activities and, where we have asked for your consent to process your data, to withdraw this consent at any time.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Usage of Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience, gather general visitor information, and track visits to our website. You have the option to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer.
Changes to this Policy
Updates: We may update this Data Protection Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. When we make changes, we will revise the "last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our privacy practices.
Contacting Us
If you have any questions regarding this Data Protection Policy, you may contact us using the information below:
Giving Hands Foundation
No. 1 Fantail Street,
Tesano, Accra - Ghana
