Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1st October 2025

Vital Pakistan Trust ("VPT", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website www.vitalpakistantrust.org.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide personal details when you:

• Make an online donation through bank transfer
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Contact us through our website or email

This information may include:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Postal address
• Donation details (e.g., amount, transaction reference number)

b. Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect certain non-identifiable information such as:

• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• IP address
• Pages visited and duration of visits
• Cookies or similar tracking data (see Section 6)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process and acknowledge donations
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Send newsletters, updates, and appeals (only if you opt in)
• Maintain internal records for auditing and reporting
• Improve our website and donor engagement

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

3. Donor Privacy

• Vital Pakistan Trust deeply values the trust of its donors.
• We ensure that all donor and transaction information is treated with strict confidentiality.
• Donation details are used only for recordkeeping, acknowledgment, and legal compliance.
• We do not publish, share, or disclose donor information without consent, except where required by law.
• All online bank transfers are handled securely through verified financial institutions.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information only with:

• Trusted service providers who assist in website hosting, communications, or analytics
• Legal authorities if required by applicable laws or regulations

All partners are required to maintain data confidentiality and use it solely for the purpose for which it was provided.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

While we strive for strong data protection, please note that no online system or transmission is completely secure.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to:

• Enhance your browsing experience
• Understand website usage and improve performance

You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings. However, some parts of the website may not function optimally as a result.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Ask for correction or deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent from receiving communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@vitalpakistantrust.org.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to other websites for your convenience.

VPT is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
• Comply with legal, accounting, and reporting obligations

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The revised version will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: