Aid Organization for Needies in Afghanistan (AONA)
Last updated: June 26, 2025
1. About This Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Aid Organization for Needies in Afghanistan (AONA) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly.
2. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Name and contact details when you contact us or donate
- Information in forms, surveys, or applications
- Communication preferences
- Feedback and testimonials (with your consent)
Information Collected Automatically
- Basic website usage data (pages visited, time spent)
- Device and browser information
- IP address and location data (if available)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide information about our work
- Process donations and maintain donor records
- Send updates about our programs and activities (with your consent)
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Protect the safety and security of our operations
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only:
- With trusted service providers who help us operate (under strict confidentiality)
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect the safety of individuals or our organization
- With your explicit consent
5. Beneficiary Privacy
We take special care to protect the privacy of our program beneficiaries:
- Personal stories and testimonials are shared only with consent
- Names may be changed or initials used to protect identity
- Sensitive information about vulnerable individuals is kept confidential
- Photos and videos are used only with appropriate permissions
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:
- Secure data storage and transmission
- Limited access to personal information
- Regular review of security practices
- Prompt notification of any significant data breaches
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt out of communications at any time
- Ask questions about our privacy practices
8. Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary for:
- Providing our services
- Meeting legal and regulatory requirements
- Maintaining donor relationships
- Program evaluation and reporting
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without parental consent. Our programs may work with children, but we follow strict safeguarding protocols.
10. International Transfers
Given our humanitarian work, some information may be shared with international partners, but always under appropriate safeguards and for legitimate organizational purposes.
11. Website Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated date.
13. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:
Aid Organization for Needies in Afghanistan (AONA)
Projectmanager@AidForAfghans.org
14. Governing Law
This privacy policy is governed by applicable Afghan laws and international humanitarian standards.
