Privacy Policy

WorldBizForum ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth, gender, and other demographic information
  • Account Information: Username, password, and account preferences
  • Membership Information: Membership type, designation, subscription details, and payment information
  • Donation Information: Donation amounts, causes supported, payment details, and tax-related information (PAN, GSTIN)
  • Profile Information: Bio, photo, social media profiles, and professional information
  • Communication: Messages, feedback, and other communications you send to us

1.2. Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Device information and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our services, including membership management, donation processing, and cause management
  • Account Management: To create and manage your account, process transactions, and communicate with you about your account
  • Donation Processing: To process donations, generate receipts, issue tax certificates (80G certificates), and maintain donation records
  • Membership Services: To manage memberships, subscriptions, renewals, and provide membership benefits
  • Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, event notifications, and respond to your inquiries
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, including tax reporting and regulatory requirements
  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, improve our services, and conduct research
  • Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1. Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

  • Payment processors (Razorpay and similar services)
  • Email service providers
  • Cloud storage providers
  • Analytics providers

3.2. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect our rights and property
  • Prevent or investigate wrongdoing
  • Protect the safety of users or the public

3.3. Tax Authorities

We may share donation and membership information with tax authorities as required by law for tax reporting and 80G certificate issuance.

3.4. Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Security

4.1. We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

4.2. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4.3. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

5. Data Retention

5.1. We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

5.2. Financial and tax-related records are retained as required by applicable laws and regulations.

5.3. You may request deletion of your account and associated information, subject to legal retention requirements.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request access to your personal information
  • Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: You can request deletion of your information, subject to legal requirements
  • Objection: You can object to processing of your information for certain purposes
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your information in a structured format
  • Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw consent for processing where consent is the legal basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the contact information provided on our website.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

7.1. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information.

7.2. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our services.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. By using our services, you consent to such transfers and processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

11.1. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

11.2. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website or the contact information provided.

Last Updated: 20/12/2025