Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 2024

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Welcome to HesedWorld.org (the “Website”), operated by Associate Hesed World (“Hesed World,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

 

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.

 

By using the Website or providing your information to us, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

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1. About Us

Hesed World, officially known as Association Hesed World, was established in 2024 and is headquartered and registered in Geneva, Switzerland.

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2. Information We Collect

We collect personal data directly from you and automatically when you interact with our Website.

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect the following types of personal data when you:

Donate: Name, email address, billing address, donation amount, and payment details (processed securely by third-party payment processors).

Contact Us: Name, email address, and any other information you provide in your message.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies, such as:

IP address.

Browser type and version.

Device information.

Pages visited and time spent on the Website.

For more details on cookies, see Section 5: Cookies and Tracking Technologies.

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

• To process donations and provide receipts.

• To communicate with you about your inquiries or donations.

• To improve the functionality and performance of the Website.

• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

 

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

Under the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing personal data:

• Consent: When you agree to provide your data, such as for donations.

• Legitimate Interests: For improving our Website and ensuring its security.

• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

 

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics.

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to recognize you and remember your preferences.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function.

Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Website.

Preference Cookies: Store your settings and preferences.

5.3 Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

 

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party payment processors for donation processing.

• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.

 

7. International Data Transfers

As we are based in Switzerland, your personal data may be processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure adequate safeguards for such transfers in compliance with GDPR.

 

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.

 

9. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.

• Restriction: Request limitation of data processing.

• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service.

• Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.

• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address].

 

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

 

11. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

 

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our Website.

 

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: info@hesedworld.org
Mailing Address: Association Hesed World, 2 Chemin Neuf, 1207 Geneva, Switzerland