What personal data do we collect?
We collect very limited data:

• Automatically collected (non-personal/technical): Browser type, language preference, referring website, IP address, date and time of visit, and pages viewed. This helps us understand how visitors use the site and improve it.
• Voluntarily provided (personal): If you contact us manually (e.g., by emailing, calling, or messaging via WhatsApp using the details listed on the site), we may receive your name, email address, phone number, and message content.

We do not collect:

• Sensitive personal data (e.g., health, financial, or biometric information).
• Data from children intentionally.
• Any data through contact forms, donation forms, pledges, newsletter sign-ups, blog comments, registrations, or logins — these features are not active on the Website.

How and why do we use your data?
We use the data only for:

• Operating, maintaining, and improving the Website.
• Responding to your inquiries or communications (if you contact us).
• Basic security, aggregated analytics (no personal identification), and legal compliance.

We do not engage in automated decision-making, profiling, or targeted advertising.

Do we share your data?
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data. We share it only when necessary:

• With trusted employees, contractors, or service providers who assist us (they are bound by confidentiality).
• If required by law, court order, government request, or to protect our rights, property, safety, or the public.

Some recipients may be located outside India; by using the Website, you consent to such transfers where required.

Your rights under the DPDP Act
You have the right to:

• Access your personal data or obtain a summary/copy.
• Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erase your data (subject to legal exceptions).
• Withdraw consent (where processing is consent-based — email us to revoke).
• Nominate a person to manage your data in case of death/incapacity.
• Grieve any issues with us first (see contact below).

To exercise these rights, email us at vedaraksha@gmail.com. We will respond promptly as required by law. If not satisfied, you may approach the Data Protection Board of India (details via meity.gov.in when operational).