Privacy Policy

Introduction and Scope

This Privacy Policy outlines the principles and guidelines adopted by Varanasi Diocese Community Network to protect your personal information. It is committed to safeguarding the privacy of its community members, volunteers, and visitors who engage with its services and programs. The scope of this Privacy Policy extends to all data collected through our website, online platforms, and offline activities.

Our Privacy Policy complies with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the rules framed under it, ensuring that all measures are taken to protect the confidentiality and security of your personal information. By accessing our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This document is intended to provide transparency regarding data handling practices and your rights in relation to your personal data.

Information Collection and Use

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including your name, email address, postal address, and any other details necessary to provide community and religious services. This data is collected when you express interest in our programs, subscribe to our newsletter, or communicate with us through the provided contact forms.

The collected information is used to respond to queries, facilitate community service programs, ensure smooth operation of church activities, and provide spiritual guidance. We emphasize using this information solely for legitimate purposes, acknowledging your privacy as a primary concern. Measures have been put in place to ensure that your information is safe and secure, preventing unauthorized access.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Varanasi Diocese Community Network does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share generic aggregated demographic information, not linked to any specific personal identification, with our partners and affiliates for the purposes of program improvement and service delivery enhancement.

In circumstances where we are legally obliged to do so, we may disclose your information to comply with legal processes or to protect our rights. This includes addressing fraud or security issues, responding to legal requests, or safeguarding public interests. All disclosures are approached with utmost discretion and handled in compliance with legal standards.

Data Security Measures

We employ a variety of industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. This includes physical, electronic, and managerial procedures in accordance with Indian legal requirements to safeguard and secure the information we collect online.

Despite our best efforts, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. We strive to protect your personal information during transmissions with our robust security practices but cannot warrant complete protection. Users are encouraged to take personal measures to protect their data, such as safeguarding passwords and ensuring secure device configurations.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your online activity and enhance user experience on our website. Cookies are small files placed on your device that remember your preferences and provide personalized content. These tracking technologies help us analyze trends, administer the site, monitor user movements, and gather broad demographic data.

You have the ability to accept or decline cookies by modifying the settings in your browser. Be aware that opting out of cookies may impact the functionality of our website, limiting access to certain features. Data collected through cookies and tracking technologies is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is processed, you may contact our Privacy Compliance Officer Lennox Fairchild at [email protected] or at the postal address: 10 The Crescent, Indooroopilly QLD 4068, Australia. Your feedback and concerns are valuable to us in improving our data protection practices and community service offerings.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to remain informed about how we are protecting your information. Updates and modifications to this policy will be communicated through our official communication channels and will take effect as soon as they are published.