Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Welcome to G4J Community. We are a premium volunteer organization dedicated to community building. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and handle your information when you use our website and services. By accessing our services, you agree to the practices described herein.
2. What Data We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you choose to provide when signing up as a volunteer or community member. We may also collect technical data such as IP addresses and browser types via automated means.
3. How We Use Your Data
The data we collect is used to organize community events, manage volunteer schedules, communicate updates, and provide personalized experiences. We use your contact information to respond to inquiries and send newsletters if you have opted in.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on several legal grounds: your explicit consent (e.g., for marketing emails), the necessity for performing a contract with you (e.g., event registration), and our legitimate interests in managing and growing the G4J Community responsibly.
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity and hold 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, some portions of our service may be unavailable.
6. Payments & Donations
All payments and donations are processed in UAE Dirhams (AED). We use secure third-party payment processors. G4J Community does not store or collect your payment card details. That information is provided directly to our third-party payment processors whose use of your personal information is governed by their Privacy Policy.
7. Events, Groups & Bookings
When you book an event or join a community group, we collect information relevant to your participation. This includes dietary requirements for gathered meals or specific accommodation needs. This data helps us ensure a premium and safe experience for all community members.
8. How We Share Data
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with service providers who perform services on our behalf, or when required by law to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or ensure safety.
9. Data Retention
G4J Community will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations and resolve disputes.
10. International Transfers
The G4J Community operates in the Asia/Dubai time zone. Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state or country where the data protection laws may differ. We take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is treated securely.
11. Your Rights
You have the right to access, update, or delete the personal information we have on you. Whenever made possible, you can access, update or request deletion of your personal information directly within your account settings section. Please contact us if you need assistance.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 18 ("Children"). We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from children without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information.
13. Security
The security of your data is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
14. Third-Party Links
Our service may contain links to other sites 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.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us by email at hello@g4jcommunity.org or visit our community center in Dubai.