Last Updated: May 7, 2025

Marian Bonte International (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://marianbonte.org, interact with us, or make use of our services.

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and follow industry best practices to ensure your data is handled with care and transparency.

1. Who We Are

Marian Bonte International is a registered non-governmental organization based in Accra, Ghana. We are dedicated to promoting psychological and emotional well-being, especially for children and marginalized communities.

If you have questions or concerns about our policy or practices, please contact us at:
📧 marianbonteint@gmail.com

📞 +233243823804
📍 Accra, Ghana

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal data in the following ways:

a) Information You Provide to Us

When you use our Site or engage with us, we may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment or donation details
• Messages or inquiries you send to us
• Any content you voluntarily submit (e.g., testimonials, stories)

b) Information We Automatically Collect

We may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and actions taken on the Site
• Time spent on our Site
• Referral URL (how you found us)

We use Google Analytics and similar tools to gather anonymized usage statistics.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations and issue receipts
• Respond to your inquiries or feedback
• Improve the functionality and content of our website
• Keep you informed about our work, events, or opportunities (with your consent)
• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (Under GDPR)

We process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Your Consent – when you subscribe to updates or submit data voluntarily
• Contractual Obligation – when you donate or engage with our services
• Legal Obligation – for record-keeping or regulatory requirements
• Legitimate Interest – such as improving our website or communicating with supporters

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information:

• With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email service platforms)
• With partners or collaborators, only when necessary and with appropriate safeguards
• If required by law, court order, or regulatory request
• To prevent fraud or misuse of our platform

All third-party services we work with are vetted for GDPR compliance and data security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance user experience
• Measure site traffic and performance
• Personalize content where appropriate

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. For detailed information, please see our [Cookie Policy].

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary:

• For the purposes outlined in this policy
• To comply with legal, tax, or accounting obligations
• To resolve disputes or enforce our agreements

After the retention period, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or a jurisdiction with similar laws, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict certain types of data processing
• Withdraw your consent at any time (where applicable)
• File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at marianbonteint@gmail.com.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental or guardian consent. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us without such consent, please contact us immediately.

10. International Transfers

As a Ghana-based organization, your information may be stored or processed outside your country of residence. We take all reasonable steps to ensure that your data is treated securely, in accordance with this policy and applicable data protection laws.

11. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, loss, or destruction. These include:

• SSL encryption on our Site
• Secure payment gateways
• Access controls and staff training

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use secure networks when submitting sensitive information.

12. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or technology. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date above and post the updated version on this page.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Marian Bonte International
📧 marianbonteint@gmail.com

📞 +233243823804
📍 Accra, Ghana