1. Introduction

At Kwisdom, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Data We Collect

We collect:

• Optional Donation Data: Your name and email address if you choose to provide them during a donation.
• Anonymous Donations: No personal data is collected.
• Technical Information: Cookies necessary for website functionality.

We do not collect sensitive personal data such as financial account numbers — these are handled directly by our secure payment processor.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data to:

• Process and acknowledge your donation.
• Provide donation receipts if requested.
• Send updates or newsletters if you have opted in.
• Improve our website and services (only with anonymized information).

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent – If you choose to provide your details or opt in to communications.
• Legitimate Interest – For the operation of our website and donation services.
• Legal Obligations – To comply with applicable UK laws and financial regulations.

5. Data Sharing

We share your personal data only with:

• Our payment processor to process donations securely.
• Service providers who help us operate our website and campaigns, under strict confidentiality agreements.
  We do not sell or trade your personal information.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. For example, UK tax law requires certain donation records to be kept for up to six years.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Correct inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your data.
• Withdraw consent for communications.
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been violated.

8. Data Security

We use encryption, secure servers, and access controls to protect your personal data. While we take every reasonable precaution, no system is 100% secure.

9. International Transfers

If we use service providers outside the UK, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

10. Contact Us

For any questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: info@kwisdom.org
Address:
ICO Registration Number: