Centre for Exponential Change, curated by C4EC Foundation, is a global action hub focused on reimagining how social challenges are addressed, particularly in the context of rapidly evolving global changes.
C4EC Foundation is a not-for-profit company registered under the Indian Companies Act 2013, having its office at No. 86, 7th Cross, Koramangala 4th Block, Bangalore 560034.
1.1. This privacy policy (Privacy Policy) governs the collection, use, disclosure, transfer, retention, and other processing of personal data (collectively, Information) by C4EC Foundation (us, we, our).
1.2. This Privacy Policy shall be applicable to any person or entity (you, your) that accesses our website centreforexponentialchange.org (“Website”) or has shared any Information with us. We value your privacy, and our organization is committed to safeguarding your information and ensuring its security.
2.1. Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. We collect your information when you access our website or communicate with us through email or other digital channels.
2.2. Personal data that we may collect and process through any of our communication channels may include:
a) Your name, your employer, gender and your title or position;
b) Contact information such as your e-mail address, postal address and phone number;
c) Identification and background information (Including financial information) provided by you;
d) Information that you may provide to us for the purpose of a job application;
e) Data in relation to materials and communications we send you electronically;
f) Any other personal data that you provide to us or we obtain from a third-party source.
2.3. We also collect Data when you use the Website or any mobile applications, including data collected automatically such as device ID, IP Address, web browser type, page views, operating system, timing and frequency of use of the Website or application, application/website navigation.
2.4. We collect and process only the personal data that is necessary and relevant for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy. We do not retain or request information beyond what is required to deliver our services, fulfil legal obligations, or improve user experience.
You provide your consent for us to collect and process your personal data in the following ways:
a) By ticking the checkbox while filling out the newsletter form, you consent to receive updates and communications from us.
b) By accepting cookies through our website’s cookie banner or settings, you consent to the use of cookies for analytics and functionality.
c) By emailing us or voluntarily providing personal data through digital means (such as contact forms or online interactions), you consent to our use of that information as described in this Privacy Policy.
d) By ticking the checkbox while filling out forms (Physical or digital) for events, you consent to our use of that personal information as entered in the form.
e) By ticking the checkbox while filling out the form at events, you consent to share your information with participants from the same event.
f) By providing us your contact information via any means as mentioned above, you consent to our use of the same to make WhatsApp groups for further updates and communications.
g) By providing information to the AI Assistance software of our website, you consent to collection of any information provided by you to the AI Assistant.
4.1. We use the personal data you provide about yourself for the following uses:
a) To send you information about our projects or newsletters;
b) To respond to your questions about C4EC Network or related topics;
c) To send you invitations for upcoming events or send you details of past events;
d) To share information with other participants of events subject to consent provided;
To comply with our legal and regulatory obligations.
4.2. We use non-identifying basic information (aggregate data) to analyse website use and to improve the content and design of the site. We may share aggregate anonymized data such as how many people attended an event, how many volunteers, and similar metrics with sponsors and partners. These statistics will not include any personally identifying information.
4.3. We will not use personal data in any way other than as described in this Privacy Policy.
4.4. We may combine your personally identifying information and information about your preferences and activities, with those of all or a particular group of our users to prepare collective profiles of our users and their activities for our internal use. For example, we may track the number of our users who view certain pages of our Website in a particular geographic region. Such information, and other information we derive from individual users’ information, allows us to continue to grow and provide you with quality information through more accurate marketing and advertising of the Website. We may share aggregated information concerning you, without attribution of personal information, to other companies with whom we conduct business.
4.5. Based on your consent, we may disclose your personal data that you provide or that we collect, such as your name, address, email address, telephone number etc. to outside parties. We will, however, comply with any court order or other requirement of law, which requires us to disclose your personal data.
4.6. We may also share your personal data with third parties we engage with in order to comply with legal obligations, such as our professional advisers and auditors.
The Website does not automatically collect personal data. You may, however, voluntarily provide us such information by emailing us using the email address provided on this website, by filling the form to subscribe to our newsletter or a form for event participation.
6.1. Cookies are a feature of web browsers that allows web servers to temporarily store information within your browser. Most browsers automatically accept cookies. You can accept or reject the cookies we use. If you wish to restrict or block the cookies which are set by our or any other website, you can do this through your browser settings.
6.2. We place few cookies on your device when you browse this website including:
a) Consent cookies that record and remember your response to our cookie notice.
b) Analytics cookies that enable us to gather information about how visitors use our website.
6.3. You may opt out of these cookies by declining our Cookie Consent notice. All information recorded by these cookies is non-personally identifiable.
6.4. Our website may have YouTube videos embedded or any third-party websites like podcasts or articles or other pages, which may enable them to set certain cookies if you click on those links. Read YouTube’s Cookie Policy for more details.
6.5. Third Party Email automation software which may also set certain cookies when you visit their website or open or interact with emails delivered to you through Third Party Email automation software. Read Third Party Email automation software’s Cookie Policy for more details either on their website or attached to the emails.
7.1. We use email marketing services to collate contact information of those of you who choose to subscribe to our newsletter.
7.2. Other than these platforms, any Personally Identifiable Information provided in this manner will not be shared by us or Vendors with any third party.
7.3. We use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics to allow us to understand how visitors interact with our website, but it does so in a way that does not directly identify anyone. Specifically, the information Google Analytics collects automatically may include information like your device type, browser-type, broad geographic location and other technical information. We may also collect information about how your device has interacted with our website, including the pages accessed and links clicked. Read Google’s overview of privacy and safeguarding data.
7.4. Users may be redirected to external websites of partners, media outlets, AI assistants, etc. However, any information shared by you will not be disclosed to these external parties unless expressly stated in this Policy. Users are advised to review the Privacy Policies of the respective websites.
7.5. Business Transitions: In the event of any entity reorganisations, Personal Data may be transferred under the same protections outlined in this policy. We will ensure that you are notified of any such data sharing or disclosures.
As a data subject, you have a number of legal rights under applicable data protection legislation. Please note that certain of these rights may be limited in certain cases, for example to protect legal privilege or to satisfy our legal or regulatory obligations. In particular, you are entitled:
a) To request details of the personal data concerning you;
b) To have your personal data rectified or corrected if it is inaccurate or incomplete;
c) To request the erasure of the personal data that relates to you;
d) To withdraw your consent;
e) To object to or request restrictions on the processing of your data;
f) To have personal data transmitted to another organization in an appropriate format;
g) To lodge a complaint with appropriate authorities.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, in accordance with applicable laws.
If a data breach occurs, we will promptly inform the appropriate authorities and any impacted individuals in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Immediate steps will be taken to reduce potential harm and strengthen our security measures.
We do not use automated decision-making or profiling. Profiling means any form of automated processing of personal data consisting of the use of personal data to evaluate certain personal aspects relating to a natural person.
Your personal data will be retained only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or until you withdraw your consent, whichever is earlier.
If your data is transferred outside your jurisdiction, we will ensure adequate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy as required by law.
This Policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in Bengaluru, Karnataka India.
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in law or our practices. We will notify you of any significant changes and, where required, obtain your renewed consent.
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