Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 09/10/2024

Welcome to peopleofthehorizon.com ("we," "us," or "our"). We value the privacy of our visitors and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, process, and share the personal data of those who visit our website, peopleofthehorizon.com ("Website"). By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please discontinue the use of our Website.

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our Website:

1.1. Information You Provide Directly
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Name, email address, and phone number when you fill out our contact forms, subscribe to our newsletter, or engage with our campaigns.
• Donor information such as payment details, if you make a donation through our Website.
• Messages and Feedback you share through the Website’s communication channels.

1.2. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect information about your device and how you interact with our Website. This information may include:

• IP Address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited, the duration of your visit, and the referring URL
• Cookies and tracking technologies to analyze website traffic and enhance user experience.

We use your personal information to:

• Provide and manage Website services: Responding to inquiries, processing donations, and communicating updates.
• Enhance user experience: Analyzing user behavior to improve our content and design.
• Send newsletters and updates (only if you opt-in to receive them).
• Promote our mission and engage with our community.
• Comply with legal obligations: Maintain records for regulatory and compliance purposes.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience on peopleofthehorizon.com. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand user preferences and behavior. By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of some parts of the Website.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website, processing donations, or analyzing user data. These parties are required to use your information solely for the services they provide to us.
• Compliance with Legal Obligations: If required by law or to protect our rights, we may disclose your information to law enforcement or other government agencies.
• With Your Consent: We will share your information for other purposes if we have your explicit consent.

Our Website may include links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms or partner organizations. Please note that this Privacy Policy does not cover those websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

We implement a variety of security measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access control policies. However, no security system is infallible, and we cannot guarantee the complete security of your data.

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights concerning your personal data:

• Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal information.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
• Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email you receive from us.
• Cookie Preferences: Manage your preferences for cookie usage on our Website.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the “Contact Us” section.

Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible.

If you are accessing our Website from outside Tanzania, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Tanzania or other jurisdictions where our servers are located. By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at: