Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and Scope

Kare Autism for Life (“KAFL”, “we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (“DPDP Act”).

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, shared, stored, and protected when you access or use the Kare Autism for Life website located at https://www.kareautismfor.life/, and any related mobile applications, web applications, or associated digital platforms (collectively, the “Platform”).

This Privacy Policy should be read together with:

• the Terms and Conditions, and
• the Legal Notice.

In case of inconsistency, this Privacy Policy governs matters relating to personal data.

2. KAFL’s Role

KAFL acts as a data fiduciary only to the extent required under applicable law.

KAFL operates as a technology platform and facilitator and does not control or assume responsibility for the independent data practices of third parties (such as professionals, NGOs, employers, or external websites) that users may interact with through the Platform.

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data, depending on how you use the Platform:

a. Information You Provide Directly

• Name, email address, phone number
• Account registration details
• Information submitted through forms, inquiries, or applications
• Job-related or program-related information voluntarily submitted
• Communications sent to KAFL

b. Information Relating to Minors

Where information relates to a minor, we rely on representations that the data is submitted by a parent or legal guardian with appropriate authority.

c. Automatically Collected Information

• Device information
• Browser type
• IP address
• Usage data and interaction logs (to the extent permitted by law)

KAFL does not intentionally collect personal data beyond what is reasonably necessary to operate the Platform.

4. Purpose of Processing

Personal data is processed only for lawful purposes, including:

• operating, maintaining, and improving the Platform;
• enabling platform features (directories, job portals, communication tools, NGO and care-centre modules);
• responding to user inquiries and providing platform support;
• sending service-related communications;
• complying with legal obligations;
• security, fraud prevention, and system integrity.

KAFL does not use personal data for purposes incompatible with those described above.

5. Consent and Lawful Basis

Where required under applicable law:

• personal data is processed based on user consent or other lawful grounds;
• consent may be withdrawn, subject to legal and operational limitations.

Withdrawal of consent may affect access to certain Platform features.

6. Promotional Communications

Subject to applicable law, KAFL may send informational or awareness-related communications such as updates, newsletters, or announcements.

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time using unsubscribe options or by contacting KAFL.

KAFL does not sell personal data or engage in targeted advertising based on sensitive personal data.

7. Research, Analytics, and Improvement

KAFL may use data for internal analytics, evaluation, and platform improvement.

Where reasonably practicable:

• data is anonymized or aggregated;
• personally identifiable information is avoided.

KAFL does not conduct regulated medical or clinical research through the Platform.

8. Data Sharing and Disclosure

KAFL may share limited personal data with:

• technology service providers (hosting, analytics, communication tools);
• vendors supporting platform operations and security.

Such parties are required to process data only on KAFL’s instructions and subject to contractual safeguards.

KAFL may also share anonymized or aggregated data for reporting, advocacy, or impact measurement.

KAFL does not disclose personal data to third parties for their independent marketing purposes.

9. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• fulfill the purposes described in this Policy;
• comply with legal obligations;
• resolve disputes;
• enforce agreements.

Data may be securely deleted, anonymized, or archived thereafter.

10. Data Security

KAFL implements reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

However, no system is completely secure, and KAFL does not guarantee absolute security of data transmitted or stored electronically.

11. User Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

• access personal data;
• request correction or updating;
• withdraw consent for certain processing;
• request deletion of personal data.

Requests may be submitted using the contact details provided below. KAFL will respond within reasonable timeframes, subject to legal and operational constraints.

12. Children and Minors

KAFL does not knowingly process personal data of minors without appropriate parental or guardian authority.

Users submitting information relating to minors confirm that they have lawful authority to do so. KAFL relies on such representations and does not independently verify guardianship.

13. Third-Party Links

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. KAFL is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third parties. Users should review third-party privacy policies separately.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

KAFL may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Platform after updates indicates acknowledgement of the revised Policy.

15. Contact and Grievance Redressal

For questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or personal data, you may contact KAFL through the “Contact Us” section of the Platform.

KAFL will make reasonable efforts to address requests in accordance with applicable law.