Last Updated: August 3, 2025
1. Introduction
Further & Beyond Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of individuals who engage with our work. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, make donations, sign up for our updates, or interact with us in other ways.
This policy is in compliance with applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and aligns with globally recognized data protection principles.
By using our website or providing us with your personal data, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. About the Foundation
Further & Beyond Foundation is a registered public charitable trust working in the areas of renewable energy, waste management, responsible tourism, cultural conservation, and community-led development.
3. Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to:
– All visitors and users of our website www.furtherandbeyond.com
– Donors who contribute through our online donation platform
– Individuals who sign up for our newsletters, campaigns, or volunteer programs – Anyone who contacts us via email, phone, or web forms
This policy does not apply to third-party websites or platforms that may be linked to from our site.
4. Information We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal information.
a. Personal Information:
– Name, contact, address, PAN, etc.
– Payment details (via third-party)
– IP and geolocation
b. Non-Personal Information:
– Browser and device type
– Website activity and usage stats
5. How We Collect Information
We collect data via forms, cookies, analytics tools, and direct interactions with the site.
6. Why We Collect Your Information
To process donations, provide updates, comply with law, improve user experience, and for internal reporting.
7. Legal Basis for Processing
Consent, Contract performance, Legal obligation, and Legitimate interests.
8. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
Only with secure third parties (payment gateways, auditors, internal staff, and government bodies if required).
9. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated and then delete it securely.
10. Data Security
We use SSL, firewalls, limited access controls, and regular audits to secure your data.
11. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookies via browser settings.
12. Your Rights
You can request access, corrections, withdrawal of consent, or deletion of your personal data.
13. Third-Party Payment Gateway
Your payment is processed via a secure, compliant provider. We do not store payment data.
14. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
15. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Check this page for the latest version.