privacy Policy
Effective Date: 28-04-2025
1. Introduction
At Sri Veda Dharmashala (SVDS), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our services, or engage with our programs.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, age group, mailing address.
Volunteer Participation Details: Areas of interest, availability, and preferences.
Event and Service Registrations: Information related to Sevas, Pujas, and educational programs.
Communication Preferences: Whether you opt-in to join our communication groups (e.g., WhatsApp volunteer group).
We collect information through:
Online forms (such as volunteer sign-up and service requests)
Email communications
In-person events and activities
3. How We Use Your Information
SVDS uses your information to:
Facilitate participation in religious services, community activities, and educational programs.
Communicate important updates, schedules, and announcements.
Coordinate volunteer activities and temple events.
Improve our services and better understand community needs.
Respond to your inquiries and service requests.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Information Sharing
We may share your information only:
With authorized SVDS personnel (priests, coordinators, volunteers) for operational purposes.
As required by law or to comply with a legal process.
With service providers assisting us with website hosting, communication tools, or event management — strictly under confidentiality agreements.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no internet transmission is ever 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Cookies and Website Usage
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer not to accept them.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Update or correct your personal information.
Withdraw consent or request deletion of your information where legally permissible.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
📧 volunteer@svds.org
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. SVDS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such external sites.
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. Our Sunday school and educational activities involve children, but all registrations must be completed by a parent or guardian.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will post the updated version on our website with the effective date.
Please review this policy occasionally to stay informed.
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at:
📧 volunteer@svds.org
🌐 https://svdharmashala.org