Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 1, 2025

Children of the Ummah ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make a donation.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in various ways:

Personal Data

When you make a donation or sign up for our newsletter, we may collect:

  • Name and email address
  • Billing address (for donations)
  • Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Communication preferences

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring website
  • Device information

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process your donations and send receipts
  • Send you updates about our projects and impact
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All payment transactions are processed through Stripe and are encrypted using SSL technology.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide essential site functionality. Cookies are categorized as follows:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the website to function properly, including authentication, security, and payment processing. These cookies cannot be disabled.
  • Functional Cookies: These enable optional features and enhance your experience, such as Google Pay for donations. You can choose whether to accept these cookies.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie banner that appears on your first visit, or by clicking the cookie icon in the bottom-left corner of any page. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (such as Stripe for payments) that may collect information as part of their services. These third parties have their own privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@childrenoftheummah.org.uk
Address: East London, United Kingdom