Last Updated: January 1, 2024

YTBRS & Digital Creators Association respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you register as a volunteer, we collect:

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect:

• IP Address
• Browser Type
• Device Information
• Usage Data (pages visited, time spent)
• Cookies (for session management)

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Primary Purposes

• Process your volunteer registration
• Generate and manage your volunteer ID
• Process payments securely
• Communicate important updates
• Provide volunteer support
• Comply with legal obligations

2.2 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information
• Contract: To fulfill our services to you
• Legal Obligation: To comply with Indian laws
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our services

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

3.1 We DO NOT Sell Your Data

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3.2 Limited Sharing

We may share your information only with:

• Payment Processors: CashFree (for transaction processing)
• Government Authorities: As required by law (MCA, IT Department)
• Service Providers: Hosting, email services (with strict confidentiality agreements)

4. Data Security

4.1 Security Measures

We implement robust security measures:

• SSL Encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers with firewalls
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Encrypted database storage

4.2 Data Retention

We retain your data:

• Active Volunteers: Throughout membership + 5 years
• Payment Records: 10 years (as per Income Tax Act)
• Inactive Accounts: 2 years after deactivation

5. Your Rights

5.1 Rights Under Indian Laws

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request data deletion (subject to legal requirements)
• Object to data processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent

5.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

Email your request to privacy@ytbrs.org with:

• Your full name and volunteer ID
• Specific request details
• Identity verification documents

We will respond within 30 days as per IT Act, 2000.

6. Cookies Policy

6.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: For session management and security
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Understand website usage (anonymous)

6.2 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

If we discover that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

Grievance Officer (as per IT Act, 2000)

Name: [Designated Officer Name]
Email: grievance@ytbrs.org
Response Time: Within 30 days as per law

11. Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• Information Technology Act, 2000
• Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices) Rules, 2011
• Companies Act, 2013
• Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023