Hare Krishna Movement, Varanasi respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect information when you visit our website, register for an event, make a donation, participate in our programmes or otherwise interact with us online.
1. Information We Collect
Depending on your interaction with our website, we may collect information such as:NameMobile numberEmail addressAddress, where requiredInformation submitted through registration or contact formsDonation or transaction-related informationInformation related to participation in events or programmesTechnical information such as browser type, device information and website usage data
Payment card or banking details are processed through authorised payment service providers and are not intended to be stored by us unless required by applicable law.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:Process donations, registrations and service requestsCommunicate about events, programmes and spiritual activitiesSend confirmations, receipts and important service-related informationRespond to enquiries and requestsImprove our website and servicesMaintain internal records and comply with applicable legal requirementsShare relevant updates, where you have provided consent or where otherwise permitted by law
3. Communication
By providing your contact details, you may receive communications relating to your registration, donation, enquiry or participation in our activities.
Where applicable, you may also receive updates regarding programmes, events and initiatives. You may opt out of promotional communications in accordance with the options provided in such communications.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers where necessary for purposes such as payment processing, website hosting and technical support, event registration and communication, and legal or regulatory compliance. Such sharing will be limited to what is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.
5. Payment Information
Online transactions may be processed through third-party payment gateways.
When you make a payment, the collection and processing of your payment information may also be governed by the privacy policy and terms of the respective payment service provider.
6. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality, understand visitor behaviour and enhance the user experience.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, certain features of the website may not function properly as a result.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration or disclosure.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, administrative and operational requirements.
9. Children's Privacy
Our website and programmes may be accessed by families and individuals of different age groups. Where personal information relating to a minor is collected, appropriate consent from a parent or legal guardian may be required.
10. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may request information regarding the personal data we hold about you or request correction of inaccurate information.
For such requests, please contact us using the details below.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services or legal requirements.
The updated policy will be posted on this page.
12. Contact Us
Hare Krishna Movement, Varanasi C/o Akshaya Patra Campus, Orderly Bazaar, Varanasi Phone: +91 78958 76109 Email: hkmvaranasi@gmail.com