Last Updated: January 6, 2026

1. Introduction

Protectiva Health Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, make a donation, or interact with our services. We operate in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Law on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK), and other applicable international data protection laws.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Make a Donation: Name, email address, billing address, and payment details (processed securely via our payment partners).
  • Volunteer or Partner: Professional background, contact details, and identification information.
  • Subscribe to Newsletters: Name and email address.
  • Contact Us: Any information provided in your inquiry.
  • Automated Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data collected via cookies (see our Cookie Policy).

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To process and acknowledge your donations.
  • To send tax receipts and impact reports.
  • To manage volunteer and partnership applications.
  • To improve our website and user experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud (see our Anti-Fraud & Ethics Policy).
  • To ensure compliance with international regulations (see our Sanctions & Compliance Notice).

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Your Consent: For newsletters and certain cookies.
  • Contractual Necessity: To process your donations or volunteer agreements.
  • Legal Obligation: For financial reporting and anti-money laundering compliance.
  • Legitimate Interest: To maintain the security of our website and communicate our mission.

5. Data Sharing and International Transfers

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only with:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors (Stripe, MyPOS, SumUp, etc.), email services, and hosting providers.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
  • International Transfers: As we operate globally, your data may be transferred to servers outside your home country. we ensure all transfers comply with standard contractual clauses and adequate protection levels.

6. Data Security

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including SSL encryption and secure payment gateways. For more details on how we handle transactions, please visit our Payment Security & Methods page.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you have the right to:

8. Children’s Privacy

We take special care regarding the data of minors. Please refer to our Child Safeguarding Policy for our commitment to protecting children.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy statements.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or our data practices, please visit our Contact & Complaints page or reach out to us directly.