Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01 January 2026

Last Updated: 17 August 2026

Introduction

Songjog Connecting People Foundation ("Songjog", "the Foundation", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and rights of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners, employees, supporters, and stakeholders. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, disclose, and manage personal information obtained through our website and related services. By using this website, submitting information, making a donation, registering for an event, applying for a program, volunteering, or communicating with us, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Policy.

About Songjog Connecting People Foundation

Songjog Connecting People Foundation NGO Affairs Bureau Registration No.: 3361

RJSC Society Registration No.: S-13763/2021 Address:

22/2, Khanikaloy, Sheikh Yeasin Road, East Mollartek, Dakshinkhan, Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh Email: info@songjog.org

Phone: +880 9638-119900

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information including:

Full name
Email address
Telephone number
Postal address
Organization or institutional affiliation
Donation information
Volunteer applications
Employment applications
Event registrations
Survey responses
Project participation information
Feedback, inquiries, complaints, and requests

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser information
Device information
Operating system
Referring websites
Website usage statistics
Date and time of visits
Cookie and analytics information

Donor Information

For donations and fundraising activities, we may collect:

Donation amounts
Transaction references
Payment confirmation details
Donation preferences
Communication preferences

Payment processing may be conducted through authorized third-party service providers. Songjog Connecting People Foundation does not intentionally store complete credit card, debit card, PIN, password, or payment security credentials.

How We Use Information

We may use information to:

Process and acknowledge donations
Respond to inquiries and requests
Administer programs, projects, and events
Manage volunteer and partnership activities
Improve website performance and user experience
Maintain organizational, financial, and audit records
Monitor website security
Prevent fraud and misuse
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Communicate updates, opportunities, and organizational information
Protect the safety and wellbeing of participants, volunteers, and stakeholders

Lawful Basis for Processing

We may process personal information where:

You have provided consent;
Processing is necessary for a donation, registration, application, or request;
Processing is necessary to comply with legal obligations;
Processing is necessary to protect legitimate organizational interests;
Processing is necessary to safeguard the rights, safety, or wellbeing of individuals.

Cookies and Website Technologies

The website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve website functionality;
Remember user preferences;
Analyze website traffic;
Measure website performance;
Enhance security.

Users may disable cookies through browser settings; however, certain website functions may be limited.

Communications

We may send:

Donation acknowledgements;
Event communications;
Program updates;
Newsletters;
Volunteer opportunities;
Organizational announcements.

You may unsubscribe from non-essential communications at any time by following instructions provided in the communication or by contacting us.

Children's Privacy

Songjog Connecting People Foundation is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable individuals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the website without appropriate authorization where required. Photographs, stories, testimonials, and information involving children will only be used in accordance with safeguarding standards, ethical practices, and applicable permissions.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, trade, or commercially disclose personal information. Information may be shared only when reasonably necessary with:

Authorized employees and representatives;
Service providers supporting website operations;
Payment processors;
Auditors and professional advisors;
Government or regulatory authorities where legally required;
Law enforcement agencies where lawfully requested;
Partner organizations involved in approved activities and projects.

All information sharing is conducted on a need-to-know basis.

International Processing

Certain technology, cloud, communication, or payment providers may process information outside Bangladesh. Where international processing occurs, reasonable safeguards will be applied to protect information and maintain organizational security standards.

Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for:

Program administration;
Donations and financial records;
Audit requirements;
Legal obligations;
Safeguarding requirements;
Dispute resolution;
Security and fraud prevention.

When information is no longer required, it may be securely deleted, anonymized, or archived in accordance with applicable requirements.

Data Security

Songjog Connecting People Foundation implements reasonable organizational, technical, and administrative safeguards, including:

Access controls;
Password protection;
Secure hosting environments;
Security monitoring;
Backup procedures;
Staff and volunteer confidentiality practices.

While we strive to protect information, no internet-based system can guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, individuals may request:

Access to personal information;
Correction of inaccurate information;
Withdrawal of consent;
Restriction of processing where applicable;
Deletion of information where legally appropriate;
Clarification regarding information held by the Foundation.

Identity verification may be required before responding to requests.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may link to third-party websites. Songjog Connecting People Foundation is not responsible for the content, security, services, or privacy practices of external websites. Users should review the policies of those websites independently.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in operations, technology, organizational practices, or legal requirements. The most current version will always be available on this website.

Contact Us

Songjog Connecting People Foundation 22/2, Khanikaloy, Sheikh Yeasin Road, East Mollartek, Dakshinkhan, Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh Email: info@songjog.org