Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Last updated: November 9, 2025
Global Education and Charitable Trust (GEKCT) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or join our organization.
We respect your privacy rights and are transparent about our data practices. By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
Security Measures
- • Industry-standard SSL encryption
- • Secure server infrastructure
- • Regular security audits
- • Access controls and monitoring
- • Data backup and recovery systems
Privacy Protections
- • No data selling or sharing
- • Minimal data collection
- • User consent for all uses
- • Right to data deletion
- • Transparent data practices
Personal Information
We collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, address
- Professional Information: Skills, profession, availability, experience
- Emergency Contact: Emergency contact name, phone, relationship
- Demographics: Age, location (for program planning)
- Media: Photographs (with your explicit consent)
- Social Media: Instagram links (if voluntarily provided)
Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use our website:
- IP address and browser information
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Device type and operating system
- Referring website (if applicable)
Primary Uses
- To process your volunteer or membership application
- To communicate with you about our programs and activities
- To match you with appropriate volunteer opportunities
- To maintain records of your participation and contributions
- To ensure safety and security of our programs
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
With Your Consent
- To feature you in team spotlights and success stories
- To use your photos in promotional materials
- To share your testimonials and experiences
- To include you in event photos and videos
- To contact you for fundraising or awareness campaigns
Important: Your Choice Matters
We will only use your information for promotional purposes with your explicit consent. You can change your preferences at any time by contacting us.
We Do NOT Sell Your Data
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Limited Sharing
We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process
- Safety Concerns: To protect the safety of individuals or the public
- Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us operate our services (under strict confidentiality agreements)
- Emergency Situations: With emergency contacts in case of emergency
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Technical Safeguards
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Encrypted data storage
- Regular security updates and patches
- Firewall and intrusion detection systems
- Secure authentication protocols
Administrative Safeguards
- Access controls and user authentication
- Regular staff training on data protection
- Data handling policies and procedures
- Incident response and breach notification
- Regular security audits and assessments
You have certain rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and will help you exercise them.
Access and Control
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Request data portability
Communication Preferences
- Opt out of promotional communications
- Change social media usage preferences
- Update contact information
- Request data processing restrictions
- File complaints about data handling
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@gekct.org. We will respond to your request within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage (anonymized)
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Retention Periods
- Active Members/Volunteers: Duration of participation + 2 years
- Inactive Accounts: 3 years after last activity
- Financial Records: 7 years (as required by law)
- Marketing Communications: Until you opt out
- Legal Requirements: As required by applicable law
Our services are not directed to children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not provide any personal information to us.
If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will delete that information immediately. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.
By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending you an email notification
- Informing you during your next interaction with us
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@gekct.org
General Contact: info@gekct.org
Phone: +91 98765 43210
Address: [Your Organization Address]
We will respond to your privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.