Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share personal information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide:
- Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number when you fill out forms on the site
- Communications: Messages you send us through contact forms
- Donation Information: Details required for processing donations (per payment service)
- Newsletter Subscription: Email address if you choose to subscribe to our newsletter
Information Collected Automatically:
- Browsing Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed
- Cookies: Small text files that improve your browsing experience
- Usage Data: Time spent on site, traffic source, actions on site
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Responding to your inquiries and requests
- Processing donations and sending receipts
- Sending updates and newsletters (with your consent)
- Improving the website and user experience
- Statistical analysis of site traffic
- Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Protecting our rights and site security
3. Cookies
The website uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies:
Necessary for basic site functionality, such as remembering accessibility preferences.
Analytics Cookies:
Help us understand how visitors use the site, so we can improve it.
Managing Cookies:
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking certain cookies may affect site functionality.
On your first visit, you'll see a notification about cookies where you can choose to accept or reject them.
4. Sharing Information with Third Parties
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share information in the following cases:
- Service Providers: Companies that help us operate the site (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or court order
- Protection of Rights: To prevent fraud or illegal activity
All our service providers are required to maintain confidentiality and use information only for defined purposes.
5. Data Security
We implement advanced security measures to protect your information:
- SSL encryption for all site communications
- Secure data storage
- Limited access to personal information for authorized staff only
- Regular security updates
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Under Israeli privacy law, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request to know what information we hold about you
- Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Object: Object to use of information for marketing purposes
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details at the end of this document.
7. Children's Privacy
The site is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you learn that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
8. International Data Transfer
Our site servers and service providers may be located outside Israel. By using the site, you consent to transfer of information to these countries, with adequate protection levels ensured.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:
- Inquiries and communications: Up to 3 years after last contact
- Donation information: As required by law (at least 7 years)
- Mailing lists: Until unsubscription
10. Links to External Sites
The site may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to our site. We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of each external site you visit.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be posted on the site and the last update date will be noted at the top of the document. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
For questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or use of your information:
Kibbutz Kerem Shalom, Gaza Envelope, Israel
We commit to responding to privacy inquiries within 30 days.