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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Animal Free Initiative (AFI) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the responsible handling of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard information provided by visitors and supporters on our website.

Scope of the Policy

This Privacy Policy governs the AFI website located at [AFI website URL] and any electronic communications distributed by AFI. By accessing our site or providing your information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

How We Collect Information About You

Information You Provide Voluntarily

AFI collects and stores personal information when you:

  • Register as a member.
  • Make a donation or purchase.
  • Sign up for newsletters, events, or campaigns.
  • Contact us via email or other forms.
  • Share content or forward our communications to others.

Personal information may include:

  • Basic Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
  • Financial Information: Payment details (e.g., credit card or bank information).
  • Additional Information: Any details you include in communications or forms.

 

Other Information We Collect

When you visit the AFI website, we may collect non-identifying information such as:

  • Technical Data: Your IP address, browser type, and device information.
  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on our site, and navigation patterns.
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to enhance site functionality and analyze traffic.

How We Use Your Information

AFI uses collected information to:

  • Process donations and manage membership records.
  • Send updates on campaigns, events, and programs.
  • Share resources and educational content.
  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
  • Analyze website performance to improve user experience.
  • Serve targeted advertisements and promote AFI initiatives.

Sharing Your Information

AFI may share your information in the following scenarios:

  • With Service Providers: For processing payments, managing communications, or hosting data securely.
  • With Affiliated Organizations: To support aligned initiatives, subject to strict privacy standards.
  • For Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights.

AFI does not sell personal data or share financial information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

How We Protect Your Information

AFI employs industry-standard security measures, including:

  • Data Encryption: Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology for online transactions.
  • Access Controls: Limited access to sensitive information.
  • Monitoring: Regular assessments of our security systems and practices.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
  • Opt out of email communications at any time.
  • Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at raccoon@afinitiative.org.

Use of Cookies and Third-Party Tools

AFI uses cookies and analytics tools to:

  • Track website traffic and improve user experience.
  • Provide tailored content and advertising.
  • Measure the effectiveness of campaigns.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may include links to external websites not controlled by AFI. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those sites, as we are not responsible for their practices.

Policy Updates

AFI may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website with the effective date clearly indicated.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to update your information, please contact us at:

Animal Free Initiative

ATTN: Privacy Team

1570 Ann St, Fort Lee, NJ 07024, United States of America

Email: raccoon@afinitiative.org

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Consent to Use Personal Information for Marketing and Promotion Purposes (Optional) → AFI Newsletter, etc.

① Purpose of Use
  • Updates on Animal Free Initiative activities (newsletter), campaigns, event information
② Items Used
  • Name, mobile phone number, email address
③ Retention and Use Period
  • From the date of consent until consent is withdrawn
※ Refusal of optional consent will not affect your support in any way.

Consent to the Collection and Use of Personal Information for CMS Regular Donation Application (If applicable)

① Purpose of Collection and Use
  • Withdrawal and management of regular donations via CMS automatic transfer
② Items Collected
  • Financial institution name, account number, account holder’s name, account holder’s date of birth (or business registration number)
③ Retention and Use Period
  • Until CMS use ends or consent is withdrawn
  • However, if retention is required by relevant laws, it will be kept for the corresponding period.

Consent to the Collection and Use of Unique Identification Information (Mandatory, for donation receipt issuance)

① Recipient
  • National Tax Service (Hometax)
② Purpose of Provision
  • Issuance of electronic donation receipts and income deduction processing
③ Items Provided
  • Name, resident registration number (or business registration number), donation amount, donation date
④ Retention and Use Period
  • Retention period according to relevant laws
(※ Without consent, electronic donation receipt issuance is not possible)

Consent to the Collection and Use of Unique Identification Information (Mandatory, for donation receipt issuance)

① Purpose of Collection and Use
  • Issuance of donation receipts and reporting to the National Tax Service (Legal basis: Article 160-3 of the Income Tax Act)
② Items Collected
  • Resident registration number (individual) or business registration number (business)
③ Retention and Use Period
  • Legal retention period according to relevant laws
※ Unique identification information is securely managed based on legal grounds.
※ Without consent, donation receipt issuance is not possible.

Consent to the Collection and Use of Personal Information

① Purpose of Collection and Use
  • Receipt and management of donations
  • Issuance of donation receipts (including electronic donation receipts)
  • Management of donors and related support information
② Personal Information Collected
  • Mandatory items: Name, contact details (mobile phone, email), donation information (amount, date, method)
  • For donation receipt issuance: Resident registration number (individual) or business registration number (business)
  • For electronic issuance and contact purposes: Mobile phone number, email address
  • For CMS regular donations: Financial institution name, account number, account holder’s name, account holder’s date of birth (or business registration number)
③ Retention and Use Period
  • Until the purpose of issuing donation receipts and managing donations is achieved
  • However, if retention is required by relevant laws (Income Tax Act, Corporate Tax Act, etc.), it will be kept for the legally mandated retention period
④ Right to Refuse Consent and Disadvantages
  • You have the right to refuse consent to the collection and use of personal information.
  • If you refuse consent to mandatory items, receipt of donations and issuance of donation receipts may be restricted.

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