Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 20/10/2025
Website: www.brown-foundation.org
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”) and use our services.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily submit, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Address
- Account login details
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
- Any content you submit (comments, forms, uploads, etc.)
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you use the Site, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages viewed
- Time and date of visit
- Clickstream data
- Cookies and tracking technologies
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from:
- Payment processors
- Social media platforms (if you login or interact via social accounts)
- Advertising partners
- Analytics providers
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain the Site
- Improve user experience
- Process transactions
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Send updates, newsletters, or promotional material (you can opt out)
- Monitor usage and analytics
- Detect and prevent fraud or misuse
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Improve performance
- Analyze traffic
- Provide relevant ads
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect your experience.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
4.1 Service Providers
Trusted third parties that help us:
- Process payments
- Host the website
- Send emails and notifications
- Provide analytics
- Run advertising
These providers are required to protect your data.
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to:
- Comply with laws or regulations
- Respond to court orders or government requests
- Protect our rights, safety, or property
- Prevent fraud or security issues
4.3 Business Transfers
If the company is sold, merged, or has its assets transferred, user data may be part of the transaction.
5. Data Protection & Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss
- Misuse
- Alteration
However, no online system is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your region, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion (“Right to be forgotten”)
- Withdraw consent
- Object to data processing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with a data authority
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services
- Fulfill legal or regulatory obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 (or the minimum age required by local law).
If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it immediately.
9. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed in countries outside your own.
We take steps to ensure any international transfer complies with data protection laws.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will have a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site means you accept the updated policy.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Email: info@brown-foundation.org