Policies

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 24, 2026

At ChikuPiku Foundation, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website https://chikupikufoundation.com. Chiku Piku Foundation is powered by Shopify, which enables us to process donations securely. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, postal address, and phone number when you voluntarily provide it to us through forms on our website.

Financial Information: When you make a donation, we collect payment information including transaction details and payment confirmation. This information is processed securely through Shopify.

Log Data: Like many websites, we collect information that your browser sends whenever you visit our website. This may include your IP address, browser type, browser version, the pages of our website that you visit, the time and date of your visit, and other statistics.

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

2. Use of Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to provide and maintain our website, to notify you about changes to our website, to improve our website, to respond to inquiries and requests, to send you promotional materials and newsletters, to process your donations and send donation acknowledgment letters, and for other legitimate business purposes.

We will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law to do so.

3. How We Disclose Your Information

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

With Shopify to process donations and provide our services securely. To learn more about how Shopify uses your information, please visit https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy.

With service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our activities, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.

When required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process.

To protect the rights, property, or safety of Chiku Piku Foundation, our donors, or others.

 

4. Relationship with Shopify

Our website is hosted by Shopify, which collects and processes personal information about your access to and use of our website. Information you submit will be transmitted to and shared with Shopify as well as third parties that may be located in countries other than where you reside. To learn more about how Shopify uses your personal information and your rights, please visit https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy. You may also exercise your rights regarding data processed by Shopify at https://privacy.shopify.com/en.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Correct: You may request that we correct any inaccurate personal information we hold about you.

Right to Delete: You may request that we delete your personal information from our records.

Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails from us at any time by using the unsubscribe option in our emails.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at foundation@chikupiku.com and we will delete such information.

8. Links to Other Sites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

9. International Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than where you reside. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with applicable laws.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. It is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our website after any modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and consent to the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Chiku Piku Foundation Omkar Academy Building, near Mahalaxmi Lawns, Dnydeep Colony, Hingne Budrukh, Karvenagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411052 

Email: foundation@chikupiku.com / support@chikupiku.com  Phone:  +91 7499887702 Website: https://chikupikufoundation.com