Introduction
Spark Gaza respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains when and how we collect your personal information when you use our website and outlines your rights regarding your information.
This Privacy Policy applies exclusively to the website of Spark Gaza. If you access third-party websites, applications, or platforms linked from our website, please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information on how your data is handled.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights under it, please contact us at:
- Email: in**@sp*******.org
- Phone: +970-8-1234567
- Address: Spark Gaza, Gaza City, Palestine
Who We Are
Spark Gaza is a registered non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth in Gaza through education, cultural preservation, and digital transformation. Our efforts are centered on providing support and resources that enable young people to build a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
How Our Website Works
When you visit our website, we may collect information about your location to provide you with more relevant content and direct you to the most appropriate resources. We also use cookies to enhance your experience, improve site navigation, and analyze user interactions. Cookies may collect data on browsing behavior, but we do not use this information to identify individual users.
If you wish to manage your cookie preferences, you can do so through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.
The Data We Collect About You
We collect personal data that you provide directly to us, including but not limited to:
- When you register for email updates: Name, email address, and language preference.
- When you make a donation: Name, email address, phone number, and payment information (via a third-party payment processor).
- When you submit a contact form or inquiry: Name, email address, and message details.
We do not collect your financial information directly. When you donate, you are redirected to a secure, certified payment provider. Your payment information is processed in accordance with their security protocols.
How We Use Your Data
We only use your data for the following purposes:
- Processing Donations: To securely process donations and send you a receipt.
- Communications: To send you updates, newsletters, and announcements related to Spark Gaza’s work.
- Website Improvement: To analyze site performance, user interactions, and browsing behavior to improve your user experience.
We will never use your data for purposes other than those outlined in this Privacy Policy unless we have your explicit consent.
How We Share Your Data
Spark Gaza does not sell or trade your personal data. We may share your information with third-party service providers and partners for the sole purpose of processing donations, sending communications, and improving our services. All third-party service providers are required to comply with our data security standards and are prohibited from using your information for their own marketing purposes.
International Data Transfers
In certain cases, your personal data may be transferred to third-party service providers located outside your country of residence. When this happens, Spark Gaza ensures that such transfers are made in compliance with applicable data protection laws and international data transfer standards.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access Your Data: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectify Your Data: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erase Your Data: Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
- Object to Processing: Opt-out of receiving direct marketing communications.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided above. We aim to respond to all requests within 30 days, as required by applicable data protection laws.
Children’s Data
Spark Gaza’s website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child, we will delete it as soon as possible.
Security of Your Data
We implement strict security measures to protect your personal data. This includes encryption of sensitive data, secure online forms, and access control protocols to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse of your information.
We conduct regular security audits and monitor our systems for vulnerabilities. In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals in accordance with applicable laws.
How Long We Keep Your Data
We only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal, accounting, or regulatory obligations. If you request the deletion of your data, we will process your request unless legal or regulatory obligations require otherwise.
Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Spark Gaza is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of these websites when you visit them.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices or to comply with legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised. We recommend that you review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
- Email: in**@sp*******.org
- Phone: +970-8-1234567
- Address: Spark Gaza, Gaza City, Palestine
This Privacy Policy was last updated on 19/12/2024.
