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Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GIFT Foundation (“we”, “our”, “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website (https://giftfoundation.ch).

 

2. Data We Collect

We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide when using our contact form, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Message or enquiry details

We do not collect payment or financial data on this website. Donations are handled securely through third-party providers.

 

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data only to:

  • Respond to your messages or requests

  • Maintain communication regarding GIFT’s activities and initiatives

  • Improve our services and internal administration

Your data will never be sold, rented, or shared with third parties for commercial purposes.

 

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We process personal data in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and, where relevant, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

The processing of personal data by GIFT Foundation is based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent – when you voluntarily provide information via our contact form or any other means of communication.

  • Legitimate interest – to respond to enquiries, maintain communication with partners and supporters, and improve our services and outreach.

  • Legal obligation – where certain information must be retained to comply with applicable legal or regulatory requirements.

 

5. Third-Party Integrations

Our website includes embedded content or third-party integrations (such as Vimeo, YouTube, or other partner organisations). These external platforms may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
We recommend reviewing their respective policies for more information.

Social Media Integration
Our website includes a link to the GIFT Foundation’s LinkedIn page. When you click on the LinkedIn icon or link, you will be redirected to the LinkedIn platform, which operates under its own privacy policy.
We do not have access to or control over the data LinkedIn collects. You can learn more in LinkedIn’s Privacy Policy.

 

6. Data Storage and Access

All personal data collected through the website is securely stored and accessible only to the GIFT Foundation team.
We take all reasonable measures to prevent unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration of your information.

Hosting and Data Storage
This website is hosted by Wix.com Ltd., headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with servers located in the European Union, the United States, and other regions. Wix adheres to recognised international data protection standards and provides a level of protection equivalent to that required under Swiss and EU law.
Personal data collected through this website may be stored on Wix’s secure servers and is managed in compliance with their Privacy Policy.

 

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us at give@giftfoundation.ch.

 

8. Retention Period

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law.

 

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal or organisational changes. Updates will be published on this page with a new “last updated” date.

 

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
give@giftfoundation.ch

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