Terms & Privacy

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Privacy Policy
Last updated: 4/11/2025

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At Child's Life Foundation Uganda ("we," "our," "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled safely and responsibly.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website https://www.childslifefoundationuganda.com make a donation, or otherwise interact with our foundation.

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By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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1. Who We Are

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Child's Life Foundation Uganda is a registered Community Base organization based in Uganda, dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable children, families, and communities through education, healthcare, and empowerment programs.

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Registration Number: MC: 0416

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2. Information We Collect

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We may collect the following types of information:

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a. Personal Information

When you contact us, make a donation, sponsor a child, or subscribe to updates, we may collect:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Postal or physical address

• Payment details (processed securely via third-party payment providers such as Stripe, PayPal, or GoFundMe)

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b. Non-Personal Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Pages visited and time spent on the site

• Device information and usage statistics

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This helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve user experience.

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3. How We Use Your Information

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We use the information collected to:

• Process and acknowledge donations and sponsorships

• Communicate with donors, sponsors, and volunteers

• Send receipts, updates, and reports on our projects

• Improve our website, services, and fundraising campaigns

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

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We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone.

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4. Donations and Payment Security

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All donations made through our website or approved fundraising platforms are processed securely by trusted third-party payment processors.

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We do not store or have access to your full credit/debit card details. All transactions are encrypted and handled in compliance with international payment security standards (PCI DSS).

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5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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We may share limited personal data only when necessary:

• With service providers or partners who help us operate our programs or process donations (under strict confidentiality agreements).

• When required by law, such as in response to legal requests or government regulations.

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We never share or disclose your information for commercial or advertising purposes.

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6. Data Retention

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We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy — such as donation records, communication, and legal obligations.

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After this period, your information will be securely deleted or anonymized.

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7. Cookies and Tracking

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Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site and enable certain features (like remembering preferences).

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You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings. However, some parts of the website may not function properly without them.

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8. Your Rights

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Depending on your location and applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Access and request a copy of your personal data

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent to receive emails or newsletters

• Object to how your data is being used

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To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert your email address].

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9. Email Communications

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We may occasionally send you updates, newsletters, or donation appeals.

You can unsubscribe from these emails at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" or contacting us directly.

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10. Protection of Children's Information

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We take the privacy of children very seriously. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years old without parental or guardian consent.

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Information or photos shared on our website or social media about sponsored children are handled in accordance with child protection guidelines and used only for legitimate organizational purposes.

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11. Links to Other Websites

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Our website may contain links to external websites (e.g., GoFundMe, Stripe, PayPal etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

 

Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated version will take effect immediately upon posting.