At TANE (Telugu Association of the Netherlands), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or participate in our events or activities.

1. Information We Collect:

   1. Personal Information: When you register for events, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our website, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, contact number, postal address, and other relevant details.
   2. Payment Information: If you make a payment for event registrations or donations, we may collect payment information such as credit card details, billing address, and transaction history.
   3. Please note that payment processing is handled securely by our third-party payment processor, and we do not store or have access to your full payment details.

2. How We Use Your Information:

   • We use the information collected for the following purposes:
     • To process registrations for events and provide you with access to our activities and services.
     • To communicate with you regarding event updates, newsletters, and other relevant information.
     • To personalise your experience and provide tailored content based on your preferences and interests.
     • To improve our website functionality, user experience, and customer service.
     • To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, property, and safety of TANE and our community members.

3. Media:

   1. Our website may allow you to upload images, videos, or other media content.

   2. By uploading media to our website, you consent to the storage, processing, and display of this content in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

4. Cookies:

   • We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website traffic, and personalise content.

   • You can adjust your cookie preferences and settings in your web browser.

   • If you leave a comment on our site, you may opt-in to save your name, email address, and website in cookies.

     • These are for your convenience, so you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment.

     • These cookies will last for one year.

   • If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies.

     • This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

   • When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices.

     • Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year.

     • If you select “Remember Me“, your login will persist for two weeks.

     • If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

   • If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser.

     • This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited.

     • It expires after 1 day.

5. Embedded Content from Other Websites:

   • Our website may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles) from third-party websites.

   • Embedded content behaves as if you have visited the third-party website directly and may collect data about your interactions with the content.

6. How long will your data remain with us?

   • We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

   • The specific retention period may vary depending on the type of data and the purposes for which it was collected.

7. Information Sharing and Disclosure:

   • We may share your personal information with trusted third parties under the following circumstances:
     • With service providers and vendors who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, and delivering services.
     • With law enforcement authorities, government agencies, or legal entities when required to comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests.
     • With your consent or at your direction, such as when you choose to participate in a joint event or promotion with another organisation.

8. Data Security:

   • We take appropriate measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
   • This includes implementing industry-standard security protocols, encryption techniques, and access controls to protect your data.

9. Your Rights and Choices:

   • You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
     • Access: You have the right to access and request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
     • Rectification: You can request to update or correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
     • Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data from our records.
     • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the communication.

10. Contact Us:

    • If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at TANETHERLANDS@GMAIL.COM.
    • We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy:

    • We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice.
    • Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website.
    • We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for updates.

Thank you for entrusting us with your personal information.

Your privacy and trust are of the utmost importance to us at TANE (Telugu Association of the Netherlands).