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Last Updated: 13/10/2023

Caring Hands of Africa (CHOA) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you use our website located at choa.org.za (referred to as the “Site”). By accessing or using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Donations and transaction details

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information, such as:

  • Browser information
  • Device information
  • Cookies and analytics data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our services
  • To process donations and acknowledge your contributions
  • To communicate with you, including newsletters and updates
  • To improve and enhance our Site and services
  • To comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or disclose your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our Site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Security

We employ reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access and disclosure. However, no online method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Choices

You have the right to:

  • Review and update your personal information
  • Opt out of receiving marketing communications
  • Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
  • Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. We will notify you of any material changes through a prominent notice on our Site.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our practices, please contact us at:

Caring Hands of Africa (CHOA) | info@choa.org.za | +2782 939 8335

10. Consent

By using our Site, you consent to our collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Please review this Privacy Policy regularly for any updates. This Privacy Policy is effective as of the “Last Updated” date provided above.

Caring Hands of Africa (CHOA)