Your Privacy Matters
At EmpowerNet, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with global data protection regulations.
Information We Collect
- Account Information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, and other necessary details to create and manage your account.
- Financial Data: Transaction details when you make donations or payments, processed through secure third-party providers.
- Technical Information: Device, browser, and IP address data to enhance security and platform functionality.
- Usage Data: How you interact with our services to improve user experience.
How We Use Your Information
- Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our platform's features and functionality.
- Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activities and ensure system integrity.
- Communication: To send important notices, respond to inquiries, and provide customer support.
- Analytics: To understand usage patterns and optimize our services.
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements and enforce our terms of service.
Data Protection
- Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols.
- Access Control: Strict role-based access ensures only authorized personnel can view your information.
- Regular Audits: We conduct security assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities.
- Data Minimization: We only collect what's necessary and retain it only as long as needed.
Your Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold.
- Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request removal of your data, subject to legal requirements.
- Restriction: Limit how we use your information in certain circumstances.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Objection: Opt-out of specific processing activities.
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Authenticate users and maintain secure sessions
- Remember preferences and settings
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns
- Deliver personalized content
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.
Third-Party Services
We engage trusted partners for:
- Payment processing (Stripe, PayPal)
- Analytics (Google Analytics)
- Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Google Cloud)
- Customer support tools
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and prohibited from using it for unrelated purposes.
Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically to reflect:
- Changes in our services
- New legal requirements
- Industry standards evolution
We'll notify you of significant changes through email or platform notifications. The "Last Updated" date at the bottom indicates when revisions were made.
Questions About Our Privacy Practices?
We're here to help clarify any aspect of this policy.
Contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@empowernet.tech