Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Shruti Foundation, Inc.

Shruti Foundation, Inc. (“Shruti Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, programs, events, donations, and communications.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our website and services (collectively, the “Website” and “Services”).

By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information in the following ways:

A. Personal Information You Provide

When you voluntarily submit information through our Website, we may collect:

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Mailing address

Donation amount and transaction details

Membership details

Event registration details

Any information you submit via contact forms

Note: Payment information (credit/debit card details) is typically processed securely through third-party payment processors. Shruti Foundation does not store full payment card information on its servers.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect:

IP address

Browser type and device type

Pages visited and time spent on the site

Referring website links

Cookies and tracking data (if enabled)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for purposes including:

Processing donations and membership payments

Registering you for events, concerts, workshops, or festivals

Sending event reminders, confirmations, or updates

Responding to inquiries and support requests

Sending newsletters or promotional updates (if you opt in)

Improving our Website and user experience

Maintaining security and preventing fraud

Complying with legal and nonprofit reporting requirements

3. Donations & Payment Processing

When you make a donation or purchase tickets/membership:

Your payment is processed through secure third-party payment providers.

Shruti Foundation may receive transaction confirmation and donor information necessary for records and receipts.

We may retain donation records for tax, reporting, and compliance purposes.

4. Email & Communication Preferences

If you provide your email address or phone number, you may receive:

Event announcements

Ticket confirmations

Membership updates

Donation receipts

Newsletter communications

Opt-Out

You may opt out of marketing emails anytime by:

Clicking “Unsubscribe” in the email footer, OR

Contacting us directly at [email protected]

5. SMS / Text Messaging (If Applicable)

If Shruti Foundation offers SMS updates and you opt in:

You may receive reminders, updates, or announcements

Message and data rates may apply

You may opt out anytime by replying STOP

You may request help by replying HELP

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve Website performance

Understand visitor behavior

Track traffic and engagement

Support analytics tools (like Google Analytics)

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit certain Website functionality.

7. Sharing of Information

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

We may share your information only in the following cases:

A. Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate, such as:

Payment processors

Event registration platforms

Email marketing providers

Website hosting providers

These vendors are only allowed to use your data to perform services for Shruti Foundation.

B. Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required to:

Comply with laws, regulations, or court orders

Respond to lawful requests by authorities

Protect the rights, safety, or property of Shruti Foundation and users

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for:

Event management and communications

Donation/membership receipts and records

Nonprofit compliance and reporting

Legal obligations

9. Data Security

We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your information, including:

Secure website hosting

Encryption through third-party payment providers

Access control to internal records

Limited access to donor and member information

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You acknowledge that you provide information at your own risk.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and Services are not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (such as ticketing platforms, sponsors, or social media sites).

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. You should review their policies separately.

12. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Request access to your personal information

Correct inaccurate information

Request deletion of your information (where legally allowed)

Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To make a request, email us at: [email protected]

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, contact us:

Shruti Foundation, Inc.
📍 Tampa, Florida, USA
📧 [email protected]