ShulPal Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 11/01/2024
Thank you for choosing ShulPal. We are dedicated to protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency about how your data is used. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you interact with our donation platform. By accessing or using ShulPal, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you interact with ShulPal, we may collect the following:
- Name and email address
- Phone number and mailing address (optional)
- Payment details processed securely through Stripe (e.g., credit card or ACH payments)
- Donation details, such as amount, recipient shul, and tribute messages
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
Certain data may be collected automatically when you use our site, including:
- IP address
- Browser and device type
- Referring website and interaction history
1.3 Organization Information
If you represent a shul or organization and register with ShulPal, we may collect:
- Organization name and EIN/Tax ID
- Contact details (e.g., email, phone)
- Bank account details provided directly to Stripe (ShulPal does not store this information)
1.4 Communication Data
We may retain communications sent to us, including inquiries, feedback, or support requests.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To securely process donations and issue tax-compliant receipts.
- To share donation details (e.g., donor name, amount, tribute) with recipient shuls or organizations.
- To enhance the functionality, usability, and security of the ShulPal platform.
- To send updates, acknowledgments, and promotional opportunities (with your consent).
3. Information Sharing
3.1 With Shuls or Organizations
We share necessary donor details (e.g., name, amount, tribute) with recipient shuls or organizations for proper acknowledgment and record-keeping. These recipients are prohibited from using donor information to solicit payments outside of ShulPal.
3.2 With Service Providers
We may share data with trusted third-party providers to operate our platform effectively. For example:
- Stripe for payment processing
- Email services for donor communications
3.3 Legal Compliance
We may disclose your information as required by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders.
3.4 Fraud Prevention
Your information may be used as part of our security measures to prevent fraud or unauthorized access.
4. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data protection.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our platform. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect certain site features.
6. Children’s Privacy
ShulPal is not intended for users under the age of 16. If we discover that we have collected data from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You may:
- Request access to or correction of your personal information.
- Opt out of marketing communications.
- Request account deletion, subject to legal data retention requirements.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at shulpalsite@gmail.com.
8. Updates to This Policy
ShulPal reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed. Changes will be posted on this page with the revised Effective Date.
9. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: shulpalsite@gmail.com
Additional Notes for Donors
- Donations made through ShulPal are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
- No goods or services were provided in exchange for donations.
- Each receipt includes the recipient shul’s EIN/Tax ID for tax reporting purposes.