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Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 1, 2026
1. Introduction
IIRan ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website iiran.org, make a donation, or interact with our services.
We are a registered nonprofit organization (EIN: 88-4021573). We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable international privacy regulations.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Donation information: Name, email address, billing address, and payment details. Cryptocurrency wallet addresses used for donations.
- Contact information: Name and email address when you contact us, subscribe to newsletters, or request information.
- Volunteer applications: Name, contact details, skills, and availability.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent, referring URLs, and interaction patterns.
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution, and language settings.
- IP address: Used for security purposes (rate limiting, fraud prevention) and approximate geographic location. We do not use IP addresses for tracking or advertising.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Process and confirm donations
- Send tax receipts and donation confirmations
- Provide impact reports to donors
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Improve our website and services
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Comply with legal obligations
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We do not share donor information with other organizations for their fundraising or marketing purposes.
4. Payment Security
Donations are accepted via cryptocurrency (USDT on the TRC-20 network). Blockchain transactions are publicly verifiable. We do not collect or store any personal financial information such as credit card numbers.
5. Data Retention
- Donation records: Retained for 7 years as required by applicable tax regulations for\n nonprofit organizations.
- Contact inquiries: Retained for 2 years from last communication.
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe.
- Security logs: Retained for 90 days, then permanently deleted.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Object to or restrict processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (for EU/EEA residents)
To exercise any of these rights, email info@iiran.org. We will respond within 30 days.
7. Cookies
We use only essential cookies required for website functionality (theme preference, session management). We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics that profile users. We do not participate in cross-site tracking.
8. Third-Party Services
- Vercel: Website hosting. See Vercel Privacy Policy.
9. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately.
10. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (Standard Contractual Clauses for EU/EEA data) to protect your information regardless of where it is processed.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer:
- Email: info@iiran.org