Privacy Policy
We at Forecasted Africa are grateful to all of our supporters, including donors, partners, volunteers, and community members who help us carry out our mission. We believe that transparency with our supporters enhances the quality of our programs, accountability, and the trust placed in us. As such, we would like to explain how we collect and use your personal information and how we respect your privacy preferences.
By accessing our website and/or submitting your personal information to us, you are agreeing that:
(1) you will abide by the practices described in this Policy, and
(2) Forecasted Africa may collect and use your information in accordance with this Policy.
If you reside outside the country where our servers or partners are located, you understand and agree that your personal information may be processed in countries where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
Information We Collect and Why
The information we may collect includes information you provide directly to us, information provided by third parties, and information collected automatically through your use of our website.
This information enables us to:
Improve our programs and services
Communicate with you about our projects, campaigns, and impact
Respond to inquiries and provide support
Process donations, applications, or registrations
Better understand supporter interests and tailor content such as newsletters and updates
Information We Collect Directly From You
Personal information we collect may include:
Full name
Postal or physical address
Telephone number
Email address
Organization or affiliation
Donation, volunteer, or application details
When making a donation online, we may request additional information such as payment details strictly for transaction processing purposes.
Information We Collect Automatically
We may automatically collect information about your use of our website through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies, including:
Browser type and operating system
IP address
Pages viewed and links clicked
Date, time, and duration of visits
Referring website or URL
Device identifiers
We may combine this information with other personal information we have collected to improve our outreach and services. For more information, please review the section on Cookies and Other Tracking Mechanisms.
Information Collected from Social Networking Sites
If you interact with Forecasted Africa through social media platforms or log in using a social media service, we may receive information associated with your social media account. This may include your name, profile picture, email address, and other information you have made publicly available.
You will be notified of, and may consent to, the specific information shared during the sign-in or interaction process. Information received from social media services is stored and used in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Forecasted Africa’s Information Security Measures
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information.
When donations are made online, payment information is processed securely by trusted third-party payment processors. Forecasted Africa does not store full credit or debit card information.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
How Personal Information Is Shared
We may share your information as follows:
Social Media Users
Any content you voluntarily post on our social media platforms (such as comments, photos, or messages) may become public. We cannot control how other users or platforms use this information. Please review the privacy policies of the respective social media services.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
Other Users
Any information you choose to share publicly on our website or social platforms may be visible to other users.
Affiliates and Partners
We may share information with trusted affiliates or partner organizations working with us on projects, provided that such information is used only for legitimate program purposes and in line with this Policy.
Service Providers
We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, email communication, analytics, or payment processing.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, and property of Forecasted Africa, our supporters, or others.
Aggregate and De-Identified Information
We may share aggregated or anonymized information for research, reporting, or impact measurement purposes.
Your Choices and Preferences
Email Communications
You may opt out of receiving promotional or informational emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails. We may still send you essential communications related to your donations, applications, or services you requested.
Updating Your Information
You may request to update or correct your personal information by contacting us directly. Please note that some information may remain in backup or archived records for a limited time.
Children Under 13
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If such information is identified, it will be deleted promptly.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date stated above. We may update this Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.