Privacy Policy for 604DonateIt.com
Effective Date: June 10, 2025
1. Introduction
604DonateIt.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, secure, and retain your personal information, in accordance with British Columbia’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
2. Scope
This policy applies to all personal information collected through our website and donation services from donors, volunteers, and visitors in Canada and internationally.
3. Personal Information We Collect
• Automatically: IP address, browser type, time stamps, cookies, referral pages.
• Voluntarily: Name, email, mailing address, phone number, donation details (amount, method, billing info), communication preferences.
4. Purpose of Collection
We collect personal information to:
• Process donations and issue tax receipts.
• Send confirmations and updates about donations.
• Share newsletters, impact stories, and future campaigns (if opted in).
• Improve website functionality and user experience.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
5. Consent
By using our site and providing information, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described here. You may withdraw your consent at any time (see Section 10).
6. Use and Disclosure
We only use your information for the purposes above and may share it with trusted third-party providers (e.g. payment processors or email services) who help operate our services. These providers are contractually obligated to maintain your privacy and data security. We never sell your information.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for donation processing, communication, or as required by law.
8. Security Measures
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information using encryption, secure servers, limited access, and staff awareness training. Our third-party providers also follow industry-standard safeguards.
9. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience. You can disable cookies via your browser settings, though this may affect certain site functions.
10. Access, Correction & Withdrawal
You have the right to:
• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request corrections
• Withdraw consent for future communications
To do so, contact:
Privacy Officer
604DonateIt.com
Email: admin@604donateit.com
Please allow up to 30 days for us to respond.
11. Complaints
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, please contact us first. You may also file a complaint with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia.
12. Third‑Party Links & International Transfers
Our website may include links to external websites not governed by this policy. If your data is processed outside Canada, we ensure contractual protections are in place to maintain your privacy.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, the revised version will be posted here with a new effective date. Continued use of our services after changes means you accept the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact:
Privacy Officer
604DonateIt.com
Email: admin@604donateit.com