Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 15, 2026

1. Who We Are

Lokakshema Trust (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website https://lokakshematrust.org (the “Service”).
Lokakshema Trust is a charitable and spiritual trust engaged in devotional, educational, and welfare-related activities.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, participate in our programs, or make donations. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Personal Data We Collect and Why

2.1 Contact & Participation Forms

When you submit details through contact forms, guidance requests, event registrations, chant count submissions, or donation forms, we collect the information provided by you. This data is used strictly for communication, participation coordination, record-keeping, and trust-related purposes only.

2.2 Donations

When you make a donation, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, address, donation amount, and payment-related information. This information is used for donation processing, acknowledgments, compliance, and internal records.

2.3 Comments

When visitors leave comments on the website, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.

An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be shared with the Gravatar service to determine if you use it. The Gravatar privacy policy is available at https://automattic.com/privacy/. Once your comment is approved, your profile picture (if any) becomes visible to the public in the context of your comment.

3. Comments

If comments are enabled and you leave a comment on the website, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with your IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam. An anonymized hash of your email address may be shared with the Gravatar service, if applicable.

4. Media

If you upload images to the website, please avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may be able to download and extract such data from images. Some Images used on our website may be sourced from free or licensed platforms such as freepik.com, pexels.com, stock.adobe.com, unsplash.com, or similar providers, and remain the property of their respective owners.

5. Cookies

We use cookies to improve user experience and website functionality.

Cookies may be used to:

  • Remember user preferences

  • Enable form submissions

  • Improve website performance

  • Support login sessions (if applicable)

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some parts of the Service may not function properly.


6. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Our website may include embedded content such as videos or images. Embedded content behaves in the same way as if you visited the external website directly. These websites may collect data, use cookies, or track interactions according to their own privacy policies.

7. Types of Data Collected

7.1 Personal Data
  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone / WhatsApp number

  • Address and location details

  • Donation and participation information


7.2 Usage Data
  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited

  • Date, time, and duration of visits


8. Use of Data

Lokakshema Trust uses collected data to:

  • Operate and maintain the website

  • Facilitate participation in chanting and programs

  • Process and acknowledge donations

  • Respond to enquiries and guidance requests

  • Improve website functionality

  • Ensure security and compliance


9. Data Transfer & Storage

Your information may be stored and processed on servers located in India. By using our Service, you consent to such transfer and storage. We take reasonable measures to ensure data is handled securely.

10. Disclosure of Data

We may disclose personal data only when required to:

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Protect the Trust’s rights and property

  • Prevent misuse or unlawful activity

  • Ensure safety of users and the public

We do not sell or trade personal data.

11. Third-Party Service Providers

We may engage trusted third-party service providers (such as payment gateways, email services, analytics tools) solely to support Trust operations. These providers are obligated to maintain confidentiality and data security.

12. Analytics

We may use tools such as Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns. Google’s data usage is governed by its own privacy policy. You may opt out using browser tools provided by Google.

13. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill Trust objectives, legal obligations, and record-keeping requirements. Donation records may be retained as required by law.

14. Your Data Rights

You may request:

  • Access to your personal data

  • Correction of inaccurate data

  • Deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)

Requests can be made via our contact details below.

15. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed toward children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly.

17. Contact Us

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

Email: care@lokakshematrust.org
Support Page: https://lokakshematrust.org/support/