Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to the following websites. The Nalanda Literature Festival (NLF) ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how your personal data is collected, used, and safeguarded.

• https://nalandaliteraturefestival.com/
• https://littfest.in/

1. About Us

Nalanda Literature Festival (NLF)

• Address: Plot No. 2200, Mahuabag, Near Dhanaut Post Office, Patna – 801506, Bihar, India
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +91-8799730367

2. Information We Collect

a) Personal Information

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Organisation / Institution Name
• Address

b) Identity Verification Data

For volunteers, media personnel, and authorised participants:

• Aadhaar Card (preferably masked)
• Passport
• Driving Licence
• Voter ID

c) Donation & Payment Information

• Donor name and contact details
• Donation amount and transaction details
• Billing details (if required for receipts)
• Payment method (processed via secure third-party gateways)

We do not store card/banking details. Payments are handled by secure payment gateway providers.

d) Technical & Usage Data

• IP address
• Device and browser information
• Pages visited and interaction data

e) Communication Data

• Queries, feedback, and support requests

3. Purpose of Data Collection

The organisation uses collected data to:

• Manage registrations and participation
• Verify identity (volunteers/media)
• Process donations and issue receipts
• Maintain donor records for accounting and compliance
• Send updates, acknowledgements, and communication
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Ensure safety, fraud prevention, and legal compliance
• Send promotional communication (with consent)

4. Donations

a) Use of Donations

All donations received support:

• Cultural, literary, and educational initiatives
• Event organisation and outreach
• Community and heritage promotion activities

b) Payment Processing

• Donations are processed via secure third-party payment gateways
• We do not store sensitive financial data such as card details

c) Receipts & Compliance

• Donors may receive an acknowledgement or receipt (if applicable)
• Donor data may be retained for financial, audit, and legal compliance

d) Refund Policy

Donations are generally non-refundable, unless otherwise stated or required by law.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

The organisation processes personal data based on:

• User consent
• Contractual necessity
• Legal and regulatory obligations
• Legitimate interests

6. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal data. Data may be shared with:

• Service providers (hosting, analytics, communication tools)
• Payment gateways (for donation processing)
• Event partners (where necessary and safeguarded)
• Government or regulatory authorities (as required by law)

7. Data Security

Implementation includes:

• Secure systems and encryption practices
• Restricted access to sensitive data (including ID proof)
• Regular monitoring and updates

8. Data Retention

• General data - retained for communication and operations
• Donation records - retained for accounting and legal compliance
• ID proof - deleted within 30–90 days after event

9. Your Rights

You may:

• Access, update, or delete your data
• Withdraw consent
• Opt-out of marketing communication

Contact: [email protected]

10. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to enhance experience and analyse traffic. Refer to the Cookie Policy for additional details.

Specifically, this site shows a public visitor counter in the footer, tallying page views across all visitors. It sets no cookie and stores no personal data — no identifier, no IP address, no name or email — only an aggregate count of page views.

11. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18.

12. International Data Transfers

Where applicable, safeguards are implemented for cross-border data transfers.

13. Third-Party Links

The organisation is not responsible for external websites linked from the platform.

14. Policy Updates

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be reflected on this page.

15. Governing Law

This policy is governed by Indian laws, including:

• Information Technology Act, 2000
• DPDP Act, 2023

16. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +91-8799730367

Address: Plot No. 2200, Mahuabag, Near Dhanaut Post Office, Patna – 801506, Bihar, India