Effective Date: 01/20/2025
Welcome to https://sof2.org/ (“Website”). Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data is: SOF2.ORG EMAIL: info@sof2.org
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Data
When you interact with the Website, you may provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Payment information (via PayPal for donations)
- IP address
- Any other details provided via forms or emails.
b. Automatically Collected Information
We use tools like Google Site Kit, WP Super Cache, and Wordfence Security to collect non-personal data such as:
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the Website
- Referring URLs
- Device information
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To improve the functionality and security of the Website.
- To process donations via PayPal.
- To provide support and respond to inquiries.
- To deliver newsletters or promotional materials (only if you opt-in).
- To analyze site performance through tools like Google Analytics.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data:
- Consent: For newsletters and certain analytics.
- Legitimate Interests: To ensure security and improve our services.
- Contractual Obligations: When processing donations or providing requested services.
- Compliance with Legal Obligations: When required by law.
5. Third-Party Services
We integrate with third-party services that may collect or process your data:
a. Google Site Kit
Used for analytics and performance tracking. Data collected may include IP addresses and user behavior.
b. Wordfence Security
Used to protect the Website from malicious activities.
c. WP Mail SMTP
Used for sending transactional emails securely.
d. PayPal
Processes donations. Please review PayPal’s privacy policy for more information.
e. Yoast SEO
Used for improving site visibility. No personal data is collected.
f. Download Manager
Manages downloadable content and may track user interactions.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Access your data.
- Rectify incorrect or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Restrict processing of your data.
- Data portability.
- Object to processing.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@sof2.org.
8. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data, including encryption and regular security updates.
9. Cookies
We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.
10. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on this page with the effective date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
info@sof2.org
