Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01-01-2024
Chinmaya Mission Singapore (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our visitors, students, donors, and members. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal data when you interact with our website, participate in our programs, or contact us.
1. Who We Are
Chinmaya Mission Singapore is a registered spiritual and educational non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the timeless wisdom of Vedanta. Our website provides information on our activities, events, classes, donation options, and other services.
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect personal data when you:
- Visit our website
- Fill out forms (registration, volunteer, donation, event sign-up, etc.)
- Subscribe to newsletters
- Contact us via email or forms
- Donate to Chinmaya Mission Singapore
- Sign up for our classes or programs
Information collected may include:
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Mailing Address
- Age (for youth or children’s programs)
- Payment/donation details (processed securely through third-party platforms)
- IP Address and browser/device information (for analytics and website optimization)
3. How We Use Your Information
Your personal data is used only for purposes that support our mission, including:
- Registering you for programs, events, and classes
- Communicating updates, schedules, or announcements
- Processing donations and sending receipts
- Responding to your inquiries
- Improving our website and services
- Complying with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your information.
4. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We may share your information only with:
- Authorized volunteers or staff for program-related coordination
- Payment gateways and donation platforms (only as required for processing transactions securely)
- IT or service providers for website/email management under strict confidentiality
- Government or legal authorities if required by law
5. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and maintain security. You can control cookie settings through your browser.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy, or as required by applicable law (e.g., financial/tax regulations for donations).
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct or update inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To make such requests, contact us at:
📧 Email: singapore@chinmayamission.com
📞 Contact Person: Sarab Kapoor
8. Security Measures
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. Youth and children’s program sign-ups must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian.
10. Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our website with the effective date indicated at the top.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy or your personal data:
Chinmaya Mission Singapore
📧 Email: singapore@chinmayamission.com
👤 Contact Person: Sarab Kapoor