Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 2026

Shantai Educational & Social Trust (“the Trust”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, and website visitors.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit www.shantaisanstha.org.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Personal Information

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Mobile Number
• Postal Address
• Donation Details
• Payment Information (processed securely through payment gateway)
• Any information voluntarily submitted through forms

Technical Information

• IP Address
• Browser Type
• Device Information
• Operating System
• Website Usage Statistics
• Cookies and Analytics Data

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

• Process donations
• Issue donation receipts
• Provide tax benefit documentation (80G)
• Respond to your enquiries
• Communicate updates about our activities
• Improve our website and services
• Maintain donor records
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We only collect information necessary to support our charitable activities.

3. Donation Information

All online donations are processed through secure payment gateways.

The Trust does not store your credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI payment credentials on its servers.

Payment information is securely handled by the authorized payment gateway.

4. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to:

• Improve website performance
• Remember user preferences
• Analyze visitor behavior
• Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly.

5. Information Sharing

We respect your privacy.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

Your information may only be shared:

• With authorized payment service providers
• When required by law
• To comply with government or legal authorities
• With service providers assisting in website operations under confidentiality obligations

6. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and administrative measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

Although we strive to protect your information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

7. Third-Party Services

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

These websites have their own privacy policies, and Shantai Educational & Social Trust is not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

8. Email Communications

If you provide your email address, we may occasionally send:

• Donation acknowledgements
• Donation receipts
• Updates about our educational initiatives
• Event invitations
• Newsletters
• Important announcements

You may opt out of promotional communications at any time.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for donors, supporters, and the general public.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through this website.

10. Data Retention

We retain donor and communication records only for as long as necessary to:

• Meet legal obligations
• Maintain financial records
• Provide donation receipts
• Support future communication where appropriate

11. Your Rights

You may request to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Update your contact details
• Request deletion of your personal information where legally permissible
• Withdraw consent for future communications

Requests may be sent to our official email address.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

The Trust reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.

Any changes will be published on this page along with the revised effective date.

Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us:

Shantai Educational & Social Trust

Website: www.shantaisanstha.org

Email: info@shantaisanstha.org

Phone: +91 92252 62708

Address: Tokawade, Murbad Taluka, Thane District, Maharashtra, India

Your Trust Matters

Shantai Educational & Social Trust values the trust placed in us by our donors, volunteers, and supporters. We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly, ethically, and transparently while working towards our mission of providing quality education and opportunities to rural and tribal children.

Last Updated: July 2026