Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Wargadud Environmental Protection Group (WEPG), we value your privacy and are fully committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect data when you visit or interact with our website www.wepg-cbo.org.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. Our goal is to ensure transparency and trust as we work together toward environmental conservation and community development.

Information We Collect

We collect information to help us serve our visitors, supporters, and partners better.

a) Personal Information

When you contact us, subscribe to updates, or make a donation, we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Postal address
  • Donation details (amount, date, payment method — we do not store credit card numbers)
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide via forms or emails

We do not collect or store sensitive payment details such as credit or debit card numbers. Payments are handled securely through trusted third-party providers like PayPal.

b) Non-Personal Information

When you browse our website, we automatically receive limited data such as:

Cookies and usage analytics

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and device used
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • General geographic location

This information helps us understand how our site is used and how we can improve it.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your messages and inquiries
  • Process donations and issue receipts
  • Send you updates, newsletters, and project reports (if you’ve opted in)
  • Improve our website’s design and usability
  • Strengthen accountability and transparency in our community projects
  • Comply with any legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone.

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us remember your preferences and analyze visitor activity so we can make the site more user-friendly.

We also use Google Analytics and similar tools to collect anonymous traffic data.
You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer, though this may affect some site functions.

Donations and Payment Security

When you make a donation through our website, payments are processed securely by PayPal or other verified payment gateways.

We ensure that:

  • You receive an automatic confirmation or receipt for your donation.
  • All transactions are encrypted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology.
  • We never see or store your card information.

How We Protect Your Data

We take data security seriously. To keep your information safe, we:

  • Use SSL encryption on all website pages
  • Store information in secure, password-protected systems
  • Regularly update our software and hosting environment
  • Restrict data access to authorized team members only

We continually review our security measures to protect against unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure of your data.

Sharing of Information

We only share your information when it is necessary to:

  • Comply with Kenyan laws or valid legal processes
  • Work with trusted partners (such as hosting or email service providers) who follow strict data-protection policies
  • Prevent or investigate fraud or website misuse

We never share your data for commercial advertising or third-party marketing.

Your Rights

You have full control over your personal data. You may:

  • Request access to the information we hold about you
  • Ask us to correct or update inaccurate details
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Withdraw your consent for receiving emails or newsletters

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@wepg-cbo.org. We will respond promptly and respectfully.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements.
When we make updates, we will post the revised version on this page and update the “Last Updated” date above.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, feedback, or concerns about our Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us through:

Our Commitment

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your trust in us is well-placed.
By supporting WEPG, you are helping us build a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future — and we promise to safeguard your information every step of the way.