Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Introduction
Sikh Youth and Senior Association SY & SA values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide to us when using our website, participating in our programs, or interacting with our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information:
- Registration Data: When you register for SY & SA programs or become a member, we may collect personal details such as your name, address, email address, phone number, and date of birth.
- Payment Information: If you make donations or payments to SY & SA, we may collect billing information, such as credit card details or other payment information.
- Other Information: We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as feedback, survey responses, or participation in contests or events.
Automatically Collected Information:
- Log Data: When you visit our website, our servers automatically record information that your browser sends whenever you visit a website. This may include your IP address, browser type, browser version, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: SY & SA uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect information about how you use our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
How We Use Your Information
To Provide and Improve Services:
- Process registrations, memberships, donations, and payments.
- Communicate with you about SY & SA programs, events, and updates.
- Customize your experience and provide personalized content and recommendations.
To Ensure Security and Compliance:
- Protect the security and integrity of our website and services.
- Comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests.
For Analytics and Research:
- Analyze trends, usage patterns, and demographics to improve our services.
- Conduct research and surveys to understand community needs and preferences.
Disclosure of Your Information
SY & SA does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without your consent, except as outlined in this Privacy Policy or required by law. We may share your information with:
- Service providers and partners who assist in operating our website and providing services (e.g., payment processors, IT providers).
- Law enforcement or regulatory agencies in response to lawful requests or legal process.
- Other third parties with your consent or at your direction.
Data Security
SY & SA implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Your Choices and Rights
- Access and Update: You may review and update your personal information by logging into your account or contacting us directly.
- Opt-Out: You can choose not to receive promotional communications from SY & SA by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails or contacting us.
- Cookies: You can manage cookies through your browser settings and opt-out of certain types of tracking technologies.
Children’s Privacy
SY & SA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will promptly delete such information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
SY & SA reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the revised policy on our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of SY & SA‘s services after the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of such changes.