Udaykriti Foundation

Last Updated: 17-Aug-2025

Udaykriti Foundation (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 (India), the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By accessing our website or sharing your information with us, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth, identification details (where required for compliance).
  • Financial Information: Bank account details, UPI/credit/debit card details, or PAN (for donations and compliance with Indian regulations).
  • Sensitive Personal Data (SPDI): As defined under Indian IT Rules, including financial information or health-related data (if applicable).
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device details, cookies, and analytics data.
  • Voluntary Information: Information you share with us via forms, surveys, or email communications.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your data for the following lawful purposes:

  • To acknowledge and process donations, and issue receipts.
  • To comply with statutory obligations (including Income Tax, FCRA, or other Indian laws).
  • To send you updates on our programs, events, and fundraising campaigns (with your consent).
  • To maintain donor records and improve our services.
  • For fraud detection, legal compliance, and security purposes.

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR Requirement)

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide your data (e.g., newsletter, event registration).
  • Legal Obligation: For statutory compliance under Indian law.
  • Legitimate Interest: For organizational functioning, reporting, and donor engagement.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by applicable laws. Financial and compliance-related records may be stored for up to 8 years as mandated by Indian law.

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share your data with:

  • Government authorities, regulatory bodies, or auditors when legally required.
  • Service providers (e.g., payment processors, IT vendors) under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • International organizations only if necessary, with adequate safeguards in line with GDPR.

We do not sell or rent donor or user data to any third party.

6. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Request corrections or updates.
  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
  • Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (for GDPR users).

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@udaykriti.in.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, and tracking technologies to improve user experience and measure engagement. You may disable cookies via your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

8. Security Measures

We implement reasonable security practices as required under the Indian IT Act and SPDI Rules, including encryption, restricted access, and secure servers, to protect personal data from unauthorized access or disclosure.

9. Cross-Border Data Transfers

If data is transferred outside India (for hosting, analytics, or communication tools), we ensure adequate safeguards in line with GDPR and Indian IT compliance.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18 without parental/guardian consent. If we learn we have unintentionally collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.

12. Grievance Redressal & Contact

As per Indian IT Rules, we have designated a Grievance Officer to address privacy-related concerns.

Grievance Officer
Udaykriti Foundation
CIN: U85500DL2025NPL449707
Rz-D92, Upper Ground Floor, Street no. 4, Near Nanak Homes, Mahavir Enclave, Delhi, India 110045
Email: info@udaykriti.in
Phone: 9582217446