Privacy Policy for A.G.H.A.

Last Updated: October 7, 2026

A.G.H.A. (Registration No: W263003065) (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is dedicated to protecting the privacy and personal data of our visitors, donors, volunteers, and adopters. This Privacy Policy details our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of information gathered through our website in compliance with international privacy standards and Google Ad Grants guidelines.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to fulfill our charitable mission, process adoptions, accept contributions, and maintain communication with our supporters.

A. Personal Data You Voluntarily Provide

  • Contact Details: Full name, email address, physical address, and phone number when submitting contact requests, adoption questionnaires, or volunteer forms.

  • Adoption & Fostering Inquiries: Household characteristics, experience with pets, living environment descriptions, and veterinary references submitted via adoption application forms.

  • Donation & Payment Information: Payment card or bank details provided during contributions. Note: All transactions are processed through encrypted, certified third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We do not store sensitive payment card credentials on our servers.

B. Automatically Collected Technical Data

  • Log & Device Data: Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, operating system, pages visited, date and time of visits, and referring URLs.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Standard session and analytical cookies to understand site performance, navigation patterns, and user engagement.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process personal information strictly for legitimate charitable purposes:

  • Evaluating and processing pet adoption and foster applications.

  • Managing donor records, sending donation receipts, and providing tax-deductible documentation where applicable.

  • Responding directly to inquiries, emergency rescue alerts, and volunteer requests.

  • Monitoring, auditing, and improving website functionality, server security, and navigation.

  • Complying with statutory reporting requirements and non-profit governance standards under our registered entity status (No: W263003065).

3. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, trade, or monetize personal information under any circumstances.

We disclose data only to trusted service providers who assist our operations under strict confidentiality obligations:

  • Payment Processors: Certified financial intermediaries processing donations securely.

  • Cloud & Web Hosting Services: Secure infrastructure providers maintaining our site uptime and database integrity.

  • Analytics Providers: Aggregated, non-personally identifiable performance metrics (e.g., Google Analytics) used to improve site reach and accessibility.

  • Legal Compliance: Authorities or regulatory bodies when mandated by law or court order.

4. Cookies and Web Analytics

Our website uses essential cookies to enable secure browsing and analytical cookies to evaluate web traffic.

You can control or disable cookies through your web browser preferences at any time. Disabling cookies may affect minor interactive features on the website, but will not prevent access to essential informational content.

5. Security Measures

We maintain appropriate physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to secure your personal data. All network communication on our website is secured using Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) with Secure Sockets Layer / Transport Layer Security (SSL/TLS) encryption. Access to volunteer, donor, and adopter records is restricted to authorized personnel who require it to perform specific operational duties.

6. Retention of Data

We retain personal information only for the duration necessary to satisfy the purposes outlined in this policy, complete adoption histories, fulfill auditing and tax obligations, or satisfy statutory record-keeping terms for non-profit organizations.

7. Your Legal Rights

Depending on applicable privacy frameworks (such as GDPR or regional data protection laws), you retain the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  • Request rectification or correction of inaccurate or incomplete details.

  • Request deletion or erasure of your personal records (“Right to be Forgotten”), subject to mandatory legal compliance.

  • Withdraw previously given consent for email communications or newsletters at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us directly using the details provided below.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external websites, including veterinary partners, social media channels, or external donation platforms. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their policies upon visiting.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions, inquiries, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data management practices, please contact our administrative team:

  • Organization: A.G.H.A.

  • Registration Number: W263003065

  • Email: contact@agha.one

  • Address: Le Bois des Vignes, Marches, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 26300, France