1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us when you:

• Register for membership: Name, email address, phone number, country of residence, and WhatsApp contact information
• Make donations: Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors), billing address, and donation preferences
• Participate in voting: Your voting choices and project preferences
• Contact us: Any information you provide in communications with our team
• Use our website: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our site (collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process your membership registration and manage your account
• Process donations and provide tax receipts
• Send you monthly financial reports and project updates
• Facilitate member voting on project priorities
• Communicate with you about events, news, and foundation activities
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or conducting our business (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, hosting services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of One Beit Chabab Foundation, our members, or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of assets, or acquisition (with notice to affected members)
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

We ensure all third-party service providers agree to keep your information confidential and secure.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption of sensitive data, secure server infrastructure, regular security audits, and restricted access to personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing of your personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our contact page. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., login sessions)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information from our systems.

8. International Data Transfers

One Beit Chabab Foundation is based in the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Donation records are retained for at least 7 years to comply with tax and accounting regulations. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice on our website. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our contact page. We are committed to resolving any privacy concerns you may have.