Effective: [September 2026]
At ISKCON SALEM, we value your trust and are committed to protecting your personal data according to spiritual integrity and applicable legal standards.
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how ISKCON SALEM collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or make donations. We are dedicated to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that your information is used ethically and transparently.
By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this statement. We regularly review this policy to keep it up to date with applicable regulations, including India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), and, where relevant, GDPR and CCPA.
2. Data Collection
We collect information that you provide directly to us when you sign up for our newsletter, register for events, or make a contribution. This may include:
- Identity Data: Name, date of birth, and title.
- Contact Data: Billing address, delivery address, email address, and telephone numbers.
- Transaction Data: Details about payments to and from you, and other details of products or services you have purchased from us.
- Spiritual Preferences: Optional information about the services or deities you follow.
3. Donation Security
Secure Payment Gateway: All payment transactions are encrypted using SSL technology. We do not store your credit card or bank details on our servers. They are processed securely through certified payment providers.
Your financial safety is our priority. We use industry-standard encryption protocols and comply with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirements to prevent unauthorized access to your transaction data.
4. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users. This helps us give you a good experience when you browse and allows us to improve our site.
- Essential Cookies: Required for core site functions such as security and accessibility.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the website.
5. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: Request correction of any incomplete or inaccurate data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (the “right to be forgotten”).
- Right to Grievance Redressal: Raise a complaint with our Data Protection Office about how your data is handled.
6. Contact Us
Data Protection Office
For any privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:
Email: [privacy@iskconsalem.org]