Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy (the "Policy") governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data on the official website of Chitrayana Anime Society ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website, you (the "User") acknowledge and consent to the practices set forth in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of data:

• Account Information: If you choose to create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password. Users may alternatively log in using Google or Odoo credentials.
• Transaction Information: To prevent fraudulent activities, creating an account is mandatory for shopping on our website.
• Non-Personal Information: This includes browser type, IP address, usage data, and other information collected via cookies and third-party services like Google Analytics.

2. Use of Collected Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To facilitate your access to our website and services.
• To process donations, sponsorships, or purchases.
• To enhance website functionality and improve user experience.
• To communicate with you about events, updates, and activities.

3. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to manage functionality, block third-party services like Google and Facebook, and monitor user behavior. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies. You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies; however, this may limit some website functionality.

We also use the following third-party services for tracking and security:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
• Open Street Map: To provide geolocation services for certain features on our website.
• reCAPTCHA: To protect against spam and bots.
• Cloudflare Turnstile: For additional security and protection.

4. International Data Transfers

As our website is hosted on Odoo’s platform, your personal data may be transferred to and stored in Odoo’s data centers located in Saint-Ghislain, Belgium, or Council Bluffs, Iowa. By accessing our website, you acknowledge and consent to such transfers and to the application of data protection laws of these jurisdictions.

5. Payment and Third-Party Services

Payments on our website are processed via PayPal. Additionally, we may use services like Cloudflare for security and Google Forms for data collection, where applicable. Please review the privacy policies of these third-party services for more information.

6. Data Security

We rely on Odoo’s secure infrastructure to store and manage data. While we implement additional measures to protect your personal information, no system is entirely foolproof, and we disclaim liability for breaches beyond our control.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless otherwise required by law. You may request the deletion of your data at any time, subject to our retention policies.

8. User Rights

You may have the following rights under applicable laws:

• Access and Rectification: Request access to or correction of your personal data.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw your consent for processing, where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at chitrayana.brac@gmail.com.

9. Limitations of Liability

While we strive to protect your privacy, Odoo, as the hosting provider, retains control over data storage and infrastructure. We disclaim liability for any breaches, losses, or damages arising from issues related to third-party platforms or hosting services.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16, depending on local laws). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding your personal data under applicable data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in California. These rights may include access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, and data portability. Please contact us at chitrayana.brac@gmail.com to exercise any of these rights.

12. Third-Party Advertising

Our website does not currently display third-party advertisements. However, if we introduce such ads in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy accordingly to disclose the collection of data by third-party advertisers.

13. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

14. Modifications to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Policy at any time. Changes will be reflected on this page with the "Effective Date" updated accordingly.

15. Contact Us

For inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, please email us at chitrayana.brac@gmail.com or meet us at Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, Delhi University.