Last Updated: May 2, 2025
At HinduDiwas.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or engage with the Hindu Diwas initiative. As we are based in the United Kingdom, this policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.
- Who We Are
HinduDiwas.com is a platform dedicated to uniting Hindus worldwide, raising awareness of Hindu heritage, and promoting environmental stewardship through the Hindu Diwas initiative on April 22. For the purposes of GDPR, we are the “data controller” responsible for your personal data. You can contact us at:
contact@hindudiwas.com - Information We Collect
We collect minimal personal data to support the Hindu Diwas initiative. This may include:
Personal Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you provide when:
Signing up as a volunteer.
Submitting entries to the logo design contest.
Contacting us via email or forms on the Website.
Non-Personal Information: Anonymous data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage statistics collected through cookies or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., racial or religious beliefs) unless voluntarily provided by you in the context of the initiative (e.g., as part of a contest submission).
- How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
To manage volunteer sign-ups and communicate with you about Hindu Diwas events and initiatives.
To process and evaluate logo design contest submissions.
To respond to inquiries or feedback you submit.
To improve the Website’s functionality and user experience (via anonymous analytics).
To comply with legal obligations, such as maintaining records for GDPR compliance.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance):
Consent: We process your data based on your consent (e.g., when you submit a form or sign up as a volunteer). You can withdraw consent at any time (see Section 7).
Legitimate Interest: We may process non-personal data (e.g., analytics) to improve our Website, provided it does not override your rights.
Legal Obligation: We may process data to comply with legal requirements (e.g., tax records for donations).
- Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to enhance your experience on HinduDiwas.com. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
Analyze website traffic and usage (e.g., via Google Analytics).
Ensure the Website functions properly.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. By using the Website, you consent to our use of cookies, but you may opt out by disabling cookies (though this may affect Website functionality).
- Third-Party Services
We may share your data with trusted third parties for specific purposes:
Analytics Providers: Google Analytics to understand website usage (anonymized data).
Donation Platforms: Links to Buy Me a Coffee for donations. We do not handle payment data directly; please review their privacy policy for details.
Email Services: To send newsletters or updates (e.g., via Mailchimp).
We ensure all third parties comply with GDPR and have appropriate data protection measures in place.
- Data Storage and Security
Storage: Your data is stored securely on servers located in the UK or the European Economic Area (EEA). If data is transferred outside the EEA (e.g., to third-party services like Google Analytics), we ensure GDPR-compliant safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
Security: We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews.
Retention: We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined (e.g., during the logo contest or volunteer engagement). Data is deleted or anonymized after this period, unless required for legal purposes.
- Your Rights Under GDPR
As a UK/EU resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
Restriction: Limit how we use your data.
Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests (e.g., analytics).
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [insert email]. We will respond within one month, as required by GDPR. If you’re dissatisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
- Third-Party Links
HinduDiwas.com may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Buy Me a Coffee, social media). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal data. - Children’s Privacy
HinduDiwas.com is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 13, please contact us to have it removed. - Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. - Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
[contact@hindudiwas.com]
We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently.
Thank you for supporting Hindu Diwas and trusting us with your data as we work together to unite Hindus and promote global awareness!