How we use cookies

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Name, email address, phone number, and contact details (e.g., when you register, submit forms, or contact us).
• Donation or purchase information (excluding full payment card details).
• Stories, photos, or other user-submitted content.
• Event registration information.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and approximate location.
• Device type and browser type.
• Pages visited and time spent on the Website.
• Cookies and tracking data.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

If you donate or purchase merchandise, our payment processing partners may provide us with non-financial information (e.g., confirmation of payment, transaction ID).

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve Website functionality.
• To send updates, announcements, and event-related communications.
• To process donations, payments, and merchandise orders.
• To verify the authenticity of user-submitted content.
• To ensure the security, stability, and proper functioning of the Website.
• To maintain historical and archival records related to the Anniversary Celebration.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information only with:

3.1 Service Providers

Such as:

• Payment processors
• Email delivery services
• Website hosting providers

These service providers are required to handle your information securely.

3.2 Mfantsipim School and Its Anniversary Committees

For administrative, communication, or archival purposes.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required:

• By law or regulation
• To comply with legal processes
• To protect our rights, safety, or property

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website may use cookies, analytics, and similar tools to:

• Improve user experience
• Analyze website traffic
• Remember your preferences

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Secure data transmission (HTTPS)
• Restricted access to administrative systems
• Use of reputable third-party payment processors

However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for:

• Anniversary-related activities
• Legal or regulatory compliance
• Historical and archival preservation (where applicable)

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request corrections to inaccurate data
• Request deletion (where legally permissible)
• Opt out of email communications
• Withdraw consent for data use

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

8. Children’s Privacy

The Website is intended for general audiences.We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13 without parental consent.

If you believe a child has provided information without consent, please contact us to request deletion.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to external websites.We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of those third-party sites.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.Your continued use of the Website after updates are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Information

For questions, clarifications, or privacy requests, please contact:

Mfantsipim 150th Anniversary Secretariat

Email: apc@mfantsipim150.org

Phone: 0551939474

Address: Wesley House, Methodist Headquarters