Privacy Policy

The Vibrant Goa Foundation (“VGF”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors, members, partners, donors, volunteers, and all individuals who interact with our website and services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or engage with us.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

Information you voluntarily provide, including:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Organization or company name
Designation
Postal address
Event registration details
Any information submitted through contact or enquiry forms

Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Operating system
Pages visited
Time spent on the website
Referral sources
General website usage statistics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Respond to enquiries and requests
Register participants for events, conferences, and programs
Process donations
Send newsletters, announcements, and updates
Improve our website and user experience
Maintain records of volunteers, members, and partners
Comply with legal obligations
Prevent fraud and enhance website security

3. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve website performance
Remember user preferences
Analyze visitor traffic
Enhance browsing experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.

4. Donations and Payments

If you make a donation through our website, payment processing may be handled by secure third-party payment gateways.

Vibrant Goa Foundation does not store your complete debit card, credit card, or banking credentials on its servers.

Please review the privacy policies of the respective payment service providers before making payments.

5. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletters or updates, we may send information regarding:

Events
Programs
Community initiatives
News and announcements
Fundraising campaigns

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

6. Information Sharing

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information only:

With trusted service providers assisting in website operations
With payment gateway providers for processing transactions
When required by law or governmental authorities
To protect the rights, safety, and property of Vibrant Goa Foundation or others
During organizational restructuring where legally permitted

All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information against:

Unauthorized access
Disclosure
Alteration
Loss
Misuse

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
Meet legal, accounting, and regulatory requirements
Resolve disputes
Enforce our agreements

Once information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of those websites. We encourage users to review their respective privacy policies before sharing personal information.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If such information is inadvertently collected, we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

11. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:

Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Withdraw consent where applicable
Opt out of marketing communications
Request clarification regarding how your information is used

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

12. Compliance with Applicable Laws

Vibrant Goa Foundation endeavors to comply with applicable privacy and data protection laws, including relevant provisions under the laws of India governing the collection, processing, storage, and protection of personal information.

13. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page along with the revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Vibrant Goa Foundation

Email: info@vibrantgoa.com

Phone: +91 8007592225

Website: https://www.vibrantgoa.com/vg

Address: Office 716, 7th Floor, Gera Imperium Star, patto, Patto Centre, Panaji, Goa 403001