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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 31 August, 2025

PASOS respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information collected through pasosom.org. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.'

1. Information We Collect

We may collect

    1. Personal Information (provided by you):

  • Name, email, phone number, address (when filling forms, donations, newsletters).
  • Professional details (if applying for jobs, internships, or volunteer roles).

    2. Financial Information:

  • Payment details processed securely through third-party gateways.
  • We do not store full credit/debit card details.

    3. Technical Data (automatically collected):

  • Browser type, device type, IP address, location (approx.), referral source.
  • Cookies (see our Cookie Policy).

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used for purposes including:

  • Processing donations and issuing receipts.
  • Responding to inquiries and support requests.
  • Sending newsletters, updates, and campaigns (only if you subscribe).
  • Managing volunteer, staff, and partner applications.
  • Conducting research, monitoring, and evaluation for program improvement.
  • Ensuring website security and analytics.

3. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We do not sell or trade your data. However, we may share data with:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, banks), email providers (e.g., Mailchimp).
  • Analytics Tools: Google Analytics for website performance.
  • Legal Obligations: If required by law, court orders, or fraud prevention.

4. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies for:

  • Essential functionality (site navigation, forms).
  • Analytics (traffic and visitor behavior).
  • Preferences (language, display).

You can manage cookies via your browser settings or decline through our cookie consent tool. See our Cookie Policy for details.

5. Security Measures

  • We use SSL encryption and security monitoring.
  • Data is stored securely and accessed only by authorized staff.
  • However, no online system is 100% secure. Users share data at their own risk.

6. Data Retention

  • Donor and transaction records: kept as required by law.
  • Volunteer and job applications: retained for organizational records (with applicant consent).
  • General inquiries: deleted after no longer necessary.

7. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you have the right to:

  • Request access to personal data we hold.
  • Correct, update, or delete your data.
  • Withdraw consent to communications at any time.
  • Request a copy of data in portable format.

Contact privacy@pasosom.org to exercise your rights.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. Parents may contact support@pasosom.org to request deletion of children’s information.

9. International Data Transfer

As PASOSOM is based in Somalia, your data may be processed in other countries where our service providers are located. We ensure safeguards are in place to protect your information.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website indicates acceptance of updates.

11. Contact Us

For privacy concerns or questions: