Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Introduction

UNAPENDWA Children's Home ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website unapendwa.org and use our services.

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number)
  • Volunteer application details and background information
  • Donation information and payment details
  • Communication preferences and interests

Technical Information

  • IP address and browser information
  • Device information and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website and search terms
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Biometric Information

For admin authentication, we collect facial recognition data and biometric patterns. This information is processed locally and never stored or transmitted externally.

How We Use Your Information

To Provide Services

Process volunteer applications, donations, and communications

To Communicate With You

Respond to inquiries, send updates, and provide information about our programs

To Improve Our Website

Analyze usage patterns and enhance user experience

For Security Purposes

Protect against fraud and ensure secure access to admin systems

Data Security and Protection

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

  • SSL Encryption: All data transmissions are encrypted using SSL/TLS
  • Secure Authentication: Multi-factor authentication with biometric verification
  • Access Controls: Limited access to sensitive information
  • Regular Security Updates: Continuous monitoring and updates
  • Local Processing: Biometric data processed locally, never stored externally

Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
  • Security Cookies: Help protect against fraud and attacks

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences or our cookie consent banner.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to operate our website:

Web3Forms

For secure form submissions and email delivery. They process contact forms and volunteer applications.

Google Analytics

For website analytics and usage insights (with consent).

Content Delivery Networks

For fast and reliable content delivery.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Objection: Object to processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Developer & Technical Information

Website Development

Developer:

Levish Coders

Security Implementation:

Multi-layered security with biometric authentication and encryption

Biometric System:

Advanced facial recognition with local processing and AES-256 encryption

Data Protection:

SSL/TLS encryption, secure authentication, and privacy-first design

Copyright Notice: This website and its code are the intellectual property of Levish Coders © 2026. All rights reserved.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

info@unapendwa.org
+256 783 988111
Kampala, Uganda

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.