Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when you:

• Register for a Local or International Membership
• Submit a donation through our website
• Contact us via the Contact form
• Subscribe to news or updates

The types of information we may collect include:

• Personal Identifiers: Full name, email address, WhatsApp number, phone number
• Location Data: Country, state/province, district, local address
• Profile Photo: Uploaded by International Members during registration
• Financial Information: Donation amount and payment slip (bank transfer reference)
• Usage Data: Browser type, page views, and general access logs

We do not collect or store your credit card or bank account credentials. Payment processing is handled by PayHere, a certified third-party gateway.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and confirm your membership registration
• Send confirmation and onboarding emails
• Verify and acknowledge donation submissions
• Respond to your inquiries and contact form submissions
• Maintain and improve the security of our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use Firebase (Google) for data storage and Resend for email delivery. These providers process data on our behalf under strict data protection agreements.
• Payment Processors: Your payment details are handled by PayHere. We do not receive or store full card numbers.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process, we may disclose your information to appropriate authorities.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:

• HTTPS encryption across all pages
• Firebase security rules restricting unauthorized database access
• Admin authentication required to access member and donation data

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve any disputes. Membership and donation records are kept for a minimum of 3 years from the date of registration or donation.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations
• Objection: Object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at flyforpeaceinfo@gmail.com.

7. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use essential cookies to ensure proper functionality. We do not currently use advertising or tracking cookies. Third-party services such as Google Fonts may set their own cookies. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of essential cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.