We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you: • Make a donation (name, email, phone, payment information) • Subscribe to monthly donations (name, email, payment details) • Submit a volunteer application (name, email, phone, areas of interest) • Submit a matrimony inquiry (personal details as provided) • Contact us through our website (name, email, message content) • Book pooja services (name, contact information, service preferences) We do NOT store your complete credit card information. All payment processing is handled securely by Authorize.net, our PCI-compliant payment processor.

We use the information we collect to: • Process your donations and send tax receipts • Manage recurring donation subscriptions • Respond to your inquiries and requests • Coordinate volunteer activities • Facilitate matrimony connections (with your consent) • Schedule and confirm pooja services • Send updates about our programs and events (if you opt-in) • Improve our website and services • Comply with legal obligations

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances: • With service providers who assist our operations (payment processors, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements • When required by law or to respond to legal process • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property • With your explicit consent For matrimony services, your information is only shared with potential matches after your explicit approval.

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information: • SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission • Secure payment processing through Authorize.net (PCI DSS compliant) • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis • Regular security assessments and updates • Secure data storage practices While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to: • Remember your preferences (such as cart items for pooja services) • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns • Improve website functionality You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website features. We do not use cookies for advertising or tracking across other websites.

You have the right to: • Access the personal information we hold about you • Request correction of inaccurate information • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements) • Opt-out of marketing communications • Cancel recurring donations at any time To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@satyavedic.org.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. 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.

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. For Pathshala (children's education program) registrations, we collect information from parents or guardians only. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.