The Sikh Center of Wisconsin (“we,” “our,” or “the Gurdwara”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors, donors, and members of the sangat who use our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
* Name
* Email address
* Phone number
* Donation details (amount, date, method)
* Contact form submissions
* Volunteer or event registration details
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, standard web analytics may automatically collect:
* IP address
* Browser type
* Device information
* Pages visited
* Time spent on the website
We do not collect sensitive personal information unless you provide it voluntarily.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for:
* Responding to inquiries or messages
* Managing event registrations or volunteer sign-ups
* Sending updates, announcements, or newsletters
* Processing donations and issuing receipts
* Improving our website and services
* Maintaining records required for non-profit compliance
We do not sell or rent personal information to any third party.
3. Donation Information
When donating using Square, Zelle, or other payment services:
* Payment information is processed securely by the payment provider.
* We do not store your full credit card, bank account, or financial information.
* We may receive your name, email, and donation amount for record-keeping and tax purposes.
4. Cookies & Tracking
Our website may use basic cookies for:
* Website functionality
* Anonymous analytics (e.g., visitor counts, page views)
You can disable cookies in your browser at any time.
5. Sharing of Information
We only share information when necessary, such as:
* With trusted service providers (e.g., email services, payment processors)
* When required by law
* For fraud prevention or security protection
We do not share or disclose personal information for marketing purposes.
6. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information:
* Secure hosting environment
* Encrypted donation processing
* Restricted access to administrative systems
However, no online system is 100% secure, and we encourage caution when sharing personal information online.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may include links to:
* External Sikh resources
* Donation platforms (Square, Zelle)
* Social media pages
We are **not responsible** for the privacy practices of external websites.
9. Your Choices**
You may:
* Request deletion of your information
* Opt out of emails or announcements
* Request a copy of your stored information
To do so, please contact us at:
**Email:** info@sikhcenterofWI.com
**Phone:** 4142266911
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
11. Contact Us**
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, contact:
**Sikh Center of Wisconsin**
180 W Grange Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
**Email:** info@sikhcenterofWI.com
**Phone:** 4142266911