Karma Kagyud Buddhist Centre Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Karma Kagyud Buddhist Centre (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website at https://www.karma-kagyud.org.sg (“the Site”), in compliance with Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect both personal and non-personal information:

Personal Data (voluntarily provided by you)

  • Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth

  • Payment details (for donations, event fees, etc.)

  • Other information provided when you register, donate, book events, subscribe, or contact us

Non-Personal Data (automatically collected)

  • IP address, browser type, device type, operating system

  • Pages visited, time spent, interactions with the Site

  • Cookies and analytics data (e.g., via Google Analytics)

2. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used for the following purposes:

Personal Data

  • Processing registrations (e.g., teachings, retreats, events)

  • Handling donations and issuing receipts

  • Responding to inquiries and correspondence

  • Sending newsletters, announcements, and event reminders

  • Improving our website and communications

  • Fulfilling legal or regulatory obligations

Non-Personal Data

  • Analyzing website performance and usage trends

  • Improving design, content, and user experience

  • Reporting (aggregated, non-identifiable)

3. Legal Basis and Consent

By registering, donating, subscribing, or contacting us, you consent to our collection and use of your data as outlined in this Policy.
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or unsubscribing from communications.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable core site features

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyze usage through tools such as Google Analytics

You may disable cookies via your browser settings, but doing so may affect site functionality.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share data with:

  • Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email providers), bound by confidentiality agreements

  • Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect our legal rights

  • Successors in the event of organizational restructuring or merger, under similar data protection obligations

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose (e.g., accounting, event records). After that, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate safeguards, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and storage

  • Access restrictions and secure servers

  • Regular review of data handling procedures

Please note that no method is 100% secure. By using our Site, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

8. Third-Party Links and Embeds

Our website may include links to third-party sites or embedded features (e.g., YouTube, Facebook). These are governed by their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13. If you believe your child has submitted data to us, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or correct your personal data

  • Request deletion or restrict processing

  • Object to certain uses of your data

  • Request data portability (where technically feasible)

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below. Verification may be required.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed in Singapore or other countries. We ensure that appropriate legal safeguards are in place to protect your data across jurisdictions.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with the “Last updated” date. Please review it periodically to stay informed.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns about your data, please contact us:

  • Email: adminweb@karma-kagyud.org.sg

  • Address: Karma Kagyud Buddhist Centre, 38 Geylang Lorong 22, Singapore 398695

  • Phone: +65 6749 1103