Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 12/17/2024
Last Updated: 1/2/2025

At IIRASAUARC (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting
your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share
your information when you visit our website, use our services, or engage with us through
educational resources, store purchases, and other activities.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., for purchases or
  newsletter signups).
• Payment information when processing donations or store transactions.
• Submissions of articles, research papers, or other user-generated content.

 

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data via cookies and analytics
  tools.
• Information about how you navigate and interact with our website.

 

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• Payment processors and service providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) may share limited
  information necessary to complete transactions.

 

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:

 

• To process donations, store purchases, and registrations.
• To communicate updates about our projects, educational materials, and events.
• To deliver newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent).
• To improve our website and tailor your experience.
• To comply with legal obligations, such as tax records or transaction documentation.

 

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the
following circumstances:

 

3.1 With Service Providers

• Third-party vendors, such as payment processors and email marketing platforms, who
  Help us deliver our services.

 

3.2 Legal Obligations

• To comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes.
• To protect our rights, property, or the safety of others.

 

3.3 Partner Organizations

• For collaborative projects, research, or events, only with your explicit consent.

 

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience.

 

4.1 Types of Cookies

• Essential Cookies: necessary for website functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage.
• Preference Cookies: Store your preferences for a personalized experience.

 

4.2 Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Some features of our
website may not function properly without cookies.

5. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your data:

 

• Secure servers and encryption to safeguard sensitive information.
• Regular reviews of our data security practices.

However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure. You share information
with us at your own risk.

6. Data Retention
We retain personal information as long as necessary to fulll the purposes outlined in this policy
or as required by law. For example:

 

• Transaction Records: Kept for tax and legal compliance for [insert time, e.g., seven
  years].
• User Accounts and Submissions: Retained until you request deletion.
• Analytics Data: Stored in anonymized or aggregated form for analysis and improvement
  purposes.

 

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

 

7.1 Access and Correction

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.

 

7.2 Data Deletion

• Request deletion of your data, except where retention is required by law (e.g., for
  nancial records).

 

7.3 Opt-Out

• Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing emails using the “unsubscribe” link in our
  communications.
• Opt-out of non-essential cookies via your browser or our cookie management tool.

 

7.4 Data Portability

• Request a copy of your data in a portable format where applicable.
  To exercise your rights, contact us at info@iirasauarc.org.

 

8. Educational Content and User Submissions
If you submit articles, research papers, or educational materials to IIRASAUARC:

 

• Your submissions remain your intellectual property.
• By submitting content, you grant IIRASAUARC a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to
  use, reproduce, and display your work for educational, research, and promotional
  purposes.
• Projects funded by IIRASAUARC that lead to presentations or publications must credit
  the organization’s support.

 

9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy
practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of
any third-party websites you visit.

 

10. Data Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own,
where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

 

• We ensure that appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), are
  in place to protect your information during these transfers.
• By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to other countries
  in accordance with this Privacy Policy

 

11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect
personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information
from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at info@iirasauarc.org, and we will take
steps to delete the data.

 

12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal
reasons. Significant changes will be communicated via:

 

• A notice on our website.
• An email to registered users (if applicable).
  The “Effective Date” at the top of this policy will indicate when the changes take effect. Please
  review the policy regularly to stay informed.

 

13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy, please contact us at:

 

 

Email: info@iirasauarc.org
Address: 228 Park Ave S #601106 New York NY 10003