Introduction

At Giving for the Living, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, process, and share your data. This Privacy Policy outlines the information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under relevant privacy laws, including the GDPR and CCPA.

1. What Information Do We Collect?

We collect the following types of information to improve your experience and provide essential services:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

- Account Registration: Name, email address, password, and any profile information you voluntarily provide.
- Financial Data: Payment-related information (processed securely via Stripe under their Privacy Policy). We do not store sensitive payment data on our servers.
- Contact Information: Any data provided through inquiries or support requests.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our App, we automatically collect:
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- Log and Usage Data: Includes IP address, device type, browser type, and timestamps.
- Geolocation Information: For location-specific features, accurate to GPS or network proximity (with your consent).
- Device Information: Operating system, hardware identifiers, and mobile carrier data.

2. How Do We Process Your Information?

Your data is processed to:

1. Authenticate and manage accounts.
2. Facilitate donations and provide transparency with milestone updates.
3. Improve user experience through analytics.
4. Comply with legal and security obligations.

3. What Legal Bases Do We Rely on to Process Your Personal Information?

3.1 For EU and UK Residents (GDPR)Consent

Provided for specific activities like geolocation or receiving promotional materials.Contractual Necessity: Required to deliver our services.Legitimate Interests: Enhancing functionality and maintaining security.Legal Obligations: Compliance with laws or regulations.

3.2 For Canadian Residents (PIPEDA)

In certain exceptional cases, your data may be processed without consent for fraud detection, public safety, or legal compliance.

4. When and With Whom Do We Share Your Personal Information?

We share information only when necessary:

- Business Transfers: During mergers, acquisitions, or other structural changes.
- Service Providers: Google Maps APIs for location services, Stripe for payment processing, and analytics tools like Google Analytics.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with subpoenas or court orders.

4. When and With Whom Do We Share Your Personal Information?

We share information only when necessary:

- Business Transfers: During mergers, acquisitions, or other structural changes.
- Service Providers: Google Maps APIs for location services, Stripe for payment processing, and analytics tools like Google Analytics.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with subpoenas or court orders.

5. Do We Use Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies?

Yes, we use a variety of cookies and tracking technologies to provide, analyze, and enhance our services.

5.1 Types of Cookies

Essential Cookies: Required for app functionality (e.g., session management).
Performance Cookies: Monitor usage patterns via Google Analytics and Firebase.
Targeting Cookies: Personalize content and deliver relevant recommendations.‍‍

5.2 Third-Party Tracking

We partner with services like:
- Google Analytics: Tracks user trends and behaviors. Opt-out options are available via the Google Analytics Opt-Out Tool.

5.3 Managing Cookies:

You can manage or disable cookies through browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit functionality.

6. How Do We Handle Your Social Logins?

If you log in via third-party platforms like Google or Apple, we collect your profile data (name, email, profile picture). We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these platforms to understand their practices.

7. How Long Do We Keep Your Information?

‍We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined here, or as required by law.
- Active Accounts: Retained until deactivated.
- Deleted Accounts: Securely deleted within 30 days unless legally required to retain.

8. What Are Your Privacy Rights?

8.1 For EU, UK, and Swiss Residents:

Access: Request a copy of your data.
Correction: Rectify inaccuracies.
Erasure: Request data deletion ("Right to Be Forgotten").
Objection: Opt-out of certain data uses.‍

8.2 For US Residents (CCPA):

‍Know: Understand how your data is used.Delete: Request the deletion of personal data.

9. Controls for Do-Not-Track Features

‍Our services currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals. Future updates may address this.

10. Do United States Residents Have Specific Privacy Rights?

‍Yes, California residents under CCPA have the right to:

- Know about data collection.
- Delete data on request.
- Opt-out of data sharing.

11. Do We Make Updates to This Notice?

‍Yes, we update this policy periodically. Notifications of significant changes will be sent via email or in-app alerts.

12. How Can You Contact Us About This Notice?

‍For questions or concerns:
Email: contact.gftl@givingfortheliving.com
Address: MADE SIMPLE GROUP, 20 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7GU

13. How Can You Review, Update, or Delete the Data We Collect From You?

‍Log in to your account or contact us directly to submit a request.
also outlines your rights and our obligations regarding your data under applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
By using the App or Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our Services.

14. Information We Collect

‍We collect and process the following categories of data when you use our App or Services:

14.1. Personal Information You Provide

‍- Account Registration: When creating an account, we collect your name, email address, and password.
- Donations: If you engage in charitable giving through our platform, we may collect information about your donation preferences, history, and causes you support.
- Communications: If you contact us (via email, chat, or in-app support), we collect your correspondence details and any additional information you voluntarily provide.

14.2. Automatically Collected Data

‍When you access or use our App, we automatically collect:

- Device Information: Includes device type, operating system, unique device identifiers (e.g., Android Advertising ID, iOS Identifier for Advertisers), and hardware model.
- Location Data: With your consent, we collect precise or approximate geolocation to display relevant charitable initiatives.
- Usage Data: Includes interaction data such as pages or screens viewed, time spent, and actions taken within the App.
- Log Data: Includes IP address, timestamps, and app performance diagnostics (e.g., crash reports).‍

4.13. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

‍- Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, maintain session data, and analyze usage patterns.
- Third-Party Analytics: We use tools like Google Analytics and Firebase Analytics to monitor and improve app performance and user behavior.

14.4. Payment Data

‍Payment processing is managed by Stripe, and we do not store your credit/debit card details. Stripe processes your payment securely under its own privacy policy (Stripe Privacy Policy).

14.5. Children’s Data

‍Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us immediately at contact.gftl@givingfortheliving.com.

15. Your Rights and Choices

15.1. Under GDPR (for EU Users)

‍You have the following rights:

- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
- Restriction: Restrict how we process your data.
- Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
- Objection: Object to specific processing activities.‍

15.2. Under CCPA (for California Residents)

‍You have the right to:

- Know what personal data we collect, use, and disclose.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Opt-out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell personal data).‍

15.3. Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your rights, contact us at contact.gftl@givingfortheliving.com. We may verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

16. Data Security

‍We prioritize the protection of your data through:

- End-to-end encryption for data transmission.
- Regular security audits and penetration testing.
- Secure server architecture with restricted access.
- Two-factor authentication for administrative accounts.

17. International Data Transfers

‍Your data may be transferred and stored in countries outside your region, such as the United States. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable laws through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or similar safeguards.

18. Third-Party Links and Integrations

‍Our App may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their policies before engaging with their services.

19. Updates to This Privacy Policy

‍We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated through in-app notifications or email. The "Effective Date" will be updated accordingly.

20. Contact Us

‍If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: contact.gftl@givingfortheliving.com
- Address: MADE SIMPLE GROUP, 20 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7GU

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Thank you for trusting Giving for the Living.
Together, we can create meaningful change.
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