Privacy Policy

• The type of information we may collect from you when you visit the Website

• Information we may collect in emails, texts and other electronic messages between you and us

• Our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing such information

• This Policy does not apply to information collected offline or through other websites operated by us or third-party applications

• If you do not agree with any term in this Policy, please do not access the Website

• Information when you report a problem with our Website (including records and copies of your correspondence)

• Personal information such as your name, organization name, address, email address, mobile number, and other details you voluntarily provide

• Information about your internet connection, equipment, usage details, IP addresses, and browser type

• Information collected through Cookies, web beacons and other tracking technologies

• Directly from you when you register or provide information through the Website

• Through electronic validation processes (such as OTP verification)

• Automatically when you browse, navigate, or interact with the Website

• Through Cookies, log files, or analytical tools that help improve functionality and security

We collect only essential information necessary for Website access and functionality:

• Your name

• Your email address

• Your phone number (primarily used for OTP-based authentication)

We do NOT collect sensitive personal data such as:

• Financial information

• Health data

• Passwords (beyond OTP)

• Biometric information

• Payment details

• To enable functionality of certain areas and make it easier for visitors

• To retrieve user details for each visit

• You may refuse Cookies by adjusting your browser settings, but some Website features may not function properly

• Unless you adjust settings to refuse Cookies, our system will issue them automatically

Session Cookies:

• Essential for providing services through the Website

• Help authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use

• Deleted automatically when you close your browser

Persistent Cookies:

• Remember your choices when you use the Website

• Provide a more personal experience

• Avoid re-entering preferences on each visit

• Remain on your device when you go offline

• Small electronic files that track website statistics

• Monitor number of users and content popularity

• Verify system and server integrity

• To maintain, manage, and present the Website and its contents to you

• To maintain a registry of non-profit organizations and related data to enhance transparency and access to public information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality and user experience of the Website

• To verify and authenticate users and organizational representatives accessing the Website

• To allow you to participate in interactive features on our Website, wherever applicable

• For any other purpose with your consent

• Your phone number is used exclusively for user authentication through One-Time Password (OTP) validation

• OTP codes are generated dynamically and valid only for a brief period (typically a few minutes)

• OTP codes are automatically deleted from our systems after successful authentication or expiration

• We do NOT rent, sell, or otherwise share your personal information except as described in this Policy

• We will NOT disclose your personally identifiable information to third parties without your consent

We may share user information on an aggregated and anonymised basis for:

• Improving our offerings

• Internal training purposes

• Improving your experience of using the Website

We may disclose your personal information only when necessary:

• To comply with laws and respond to lawful requests and legal process

• To protect our rights, property, and others, including enforcing our agreements and policies

• In an emergency to protect any person

• Note: In such events, we are not responsible for informing you or seeking prior approval

• We may disclose aggregated information about our users that does not identify any individual, without restriction, to the extent permitted under applicable law

• We retain information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy

• Retention is also subject to applicable law requirements

• Registered users may correct or update organization information directly through the Website

• Changes require OTP-based validation

• All modifications are recorded in system logs for transparency and audit purposes

• You may request deletion of your account and associated personal information by contacting our Grievance Officer

• We will process deletion requests within 30 days

• Subject to any legal obligations requiring data retention

• Appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of data

• Internal reviews of our data collection, storage and processing practices

• Encryption and physical security measures to guard against unauthorized access

• Regular reviews and updates to reflect technological developments

• We take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure personal information is kept secure

• However, no transmission of data over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure

• We will contact you via email regarding any breach of security, confidentiality, or integrity of your personal information

• Notification will be made in the most expedient time possible without unreasonable delay

• Your personal information is stored on secure servers located in India

• We do NOT transfer your data outside India

• If international transfer becomes necessary, we ensure adequate protection measures are in place in accordance with applicable law

Attn: Vrunda Neelesh Bansode

DIPI Development Foundation

No. 41, Industrial Area, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bangalore-560095

Email: info@impactica.org