Introduction

At Zakatul Maal Islamee Foundation (ZMIF), your privacy and the protection of your personal information are paramount. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website or interact with us. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please do not hesitate to contact us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to ensure that we can effectively manage our charitable activities and provide you with the best possible experience. The types of information we collect include:

1.1 Personal Information:

  • Donations: When you make a donation, we collect personal details such as your name, email address, postal address, and payment information. This is necessary to process your donation and provide you with a confirmation.
  • Contact Forms: If you contact us through our website’s contact forms, we collect information such as your name, email address, and message. This information is used to respond to your inquiries and provide you with the assistance you need.

1.2 Technical Information:

  • Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather information about how our website is used. Cookies are small data files placed on your device by your web browser.

1.3 Usage Data:

  • Website Analytics: We collect data on how you use our website, including your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. This information helps us understand user behaviour and improve our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

2.1 To Process Donations:

  • We use your payment and contact information to process donations, send receipts, and update you on how your contributions are being utilised.

2.2 To Communicate with You:

  • We may use your contact details to send you updates about our projects, events, and other relevant information. You can opt out of receiving these communications at any time.

2.3 To Improve Our Website:

  • Information collected through cookies and website analytics helps us understand user preferences and enhance the functionality and content of our website.

2.4 For Legal and Administrative Purposes:

  • We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our terms and conditions.

3. How We Protect Your Information

3.1 Security Measures:

  • We implement a range of security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

3.2 Data Retention:

  • We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

4. Your Rights

As a data subject, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:

4.1 Access and Correction:

  • You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you and to request corrections if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

4.2 Deletion:

  • You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal or contractual obligations we may have.

4.3 Objection:

  • You have the right to object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances, including for direct marketing purposes.

4.4 Data Portability:

  • You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format for transfer to another organisation.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [info@zmif.org]. We will respond to your request within the timeframes specified by data protection laws.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted partners and service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, and conducting our charitable activities. These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from using your information for any purpose other than providing services to ZMIF.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 What Are Cookies?

  • Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help us understand how users interact with our site and remember your preferences.

6.2 How We Use Cookies:

  • We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website, analyse site usage, and improve our content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6.3 Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website.
  • Performance Cookies: Collect data on how visitors use our site.
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and choices.
  • Targeting Cookies: Deliver more relevant advertisements based on your interests.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact us:

  • Email: info@zmif.org
  • Phone (Nigeria): +234 9164841326
  • Phone (UK): +44 XXXXXXX
  • Address (Nigeria): Flat 1, No. 13, Reverend Ogunbiyi Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, Nigeria

We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring that your personal information is handled with the utmost care and respect.

ZMIF Team