Effective Date: March 29, 2026
At Chain of Strength Organisation (Reg No: GA 00304593), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our donors, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in strict compliance with the laws of Sri Lanka.
Information We Collect
To maintain transparency and legal compliance, we may collect the following:
- Identity Data: Full Name, National Identity Card (NIC), or Passport Number.
- Contact Data: Email address, Phone number, and Physical address.
- Transaction Data: Details of donations processed via our secure payment partners (We do NOT store your card numbers).
How We Use Your Information
Your data is used strictly for NGO operations:
- To process donations and issue official tax-deductible receipts.
- To maintain records required by the National Secretariat for Non-Governmental Organizations in Sri Lanka.
- To provide updates on our projects like “Roof of Hope” and “Hadagesma” (Only if you opt-in).
- To prevent fraudulent transactions and ensure account security.
Payment Security & Third Parties
- Secure Processing: All financial transactions are handled through PayHere, a Central Bank-approved secure gateway.
- Data Protection: We use SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption. Your sensitive financial data never touches our servers.
- Zero-Leaking Policy: We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or any other commercial purposes.
Cookies and Tracking
We use minimal cookies to improve your experience. You may disable these in your browser, though it may affect some site functionalities.
Data Retention
We retain data only as long as required by Sri Lankan law for auditing and legal reporting. Under the Personal Data Protection Act of Sri Lanka, you have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your data at any time.
Contact Us
For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact:
- Address: No. 6/B/2, Jaya Place, Peradeniya Road, Gannoruwa, Kandy.
- Email: info@chainofstrength.org
