Privacy Policy
Last Updated: September 4, 2026
Swami Ramanagiri Ashram (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when you visit or interact with our website.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information obtained through our website:
https://www.swamiramanagiriashram.com/
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We May Collect
Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect information such as:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Address or location information

• Information submitted through contact or enquiry forms

• Information provided when requesting information about the Ashram or its activities

• Donation-related information, where applicable

• Any other information that you voluntarily provide to us

We may also automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our website, such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Operating system

• Pages visited

• Approximate location

• Date and time of your visit

• Website usage and interaction information

2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected through our website to:

• Respond to your enquiries and requests

• Provide information about Swami Ramanagiri Ashram and its activities

• Communicate with you when necessary

• Process donations or other requests, where applicable

• Improve our website and user experience

• Understand website traffic and usage

• Maintain the security and proper functioning of our website

• Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements

We will use personal information only for legitimate purposes and will not knowingly use it in a manner inconsistent with this Privacy Policy.
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, understand how visitors use the website, and provide a better browsing experience.
Cookies may be used for purposes such as:

• Website functionality

• Analytics and performance measurement

• Remembering preferences

• Understanding visitor interactions

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
4. Google Analytics and Other Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services such as website analytics, security, hosting, communication, payment, or other service providers to operate and improve our website.
These third-party providers may process certain information according to their own privacy policies.
Where applicable, services such as Google Analytics may collect information about website usage for statistical and analytical purposes.
5. Donations and Payments
If the website provides online donation or payment facilities, payment transactions may be processed through third-party payment providers.
Swami Ramanagiri Ashram may not directly store complete payment card details such as credit/debit card numbers, CVV numbers, or banking credentials.
Payment information is handled by the relevant payment service provider in accordance with its own terms and privacy policy.
Do not submit sensitive financial information through ordinary website contact forms.
6. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, misuse, or destruction.
However, no method of transmitting information over the Internet or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Therefore, while we make reasonable efforts to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share information when reasonably necessary with:

• Website hosting and technology providers

• Analytics providers

• Payment service providers

• Communication or email service providers

• Professional service providers

• Government authorities or law-enforcement agencies when required by law

Any such sharing will be limited to what is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose or legal requirement.
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, or other online resources.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security, content, or policies of external websites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
9. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian involvement.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate consent, please contact us so that we can take reasonable steps to address the situation.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, to provide requested services, maintain appropriate records, resolve disputes, comply with legal obligations, or protect our legitimate interests.
The period for which information is retained may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

• Request access to personal information we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of information where legally applicable

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

• Ask questions about how your information is being used

To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the details provided below.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, services, technology, or applicable laws.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
We encourage visitors to review this page periodically.