Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 20, 2026
Website: https://chapteriiifoundation.org/
Email: legal@chapteriiifoundation.org
Phone: +91 9211074853

Chapter III Foundation (“we,” “our,” “us,” or “the Foundation”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of individuals who visit our website, contact us, seek legal assistance, participate in our initiatives, or otherwise interact with us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle personal information through our website and related services.

By accessing or using https://chapteriiifoundation.org/, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. About Chapter III Foundation

Chapter III Foundation is a non-governmental organization committed to promoting equal access to justice and supporting individuals and communities who face financial and social barriers in accessing legal assistance.

Our work focuses on legal guidance, legal awareness, support for underprivileged communities, and community-focused initiatives designed to help individuals understand and exercise their legal rights with dignity and confidence.

We believe that access to justice should not depend on an individual’s financial or social circumstances.

2. Information We May Collect

Depending on how you interact with our website or Foundation, we may collect the following information:

Personal Information

When you voluntarily contact us, request assistance, submit an inquiry, or participate in our activities, we may collect information such as:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Address or location information

  • Details provided in an inquiry or assistance request

  • Information relating to a legal assistance request

  • Documents or information voluntarily submitted for the purpose of receiving assistance

  • Any other information you choose to provide to us

Website Usage Information

When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of access

  • Referring website or webpage

  • General website usage information

This information may be used to understand website usage, maintain website security, and improve our website and services.

3. Information Provided for Legal Assistance

If you contact Chapter III Foundation seeking legal assistance, you may voluntarily provide information relating to your circumstances or legal matter.

Because such information may be sensitive in nature, we use it primarily for the purpose for which it was provided, including understanding your request, assessing eligibility where applicable, providing guidance, connecting you with appropriate legal support, or communicating with you regarding your request.

Please provide only information that is reasonably necessary for your inquiry or assistance request.

Where appropriate, we may request additional information or documents necessary to evaluate or process your request.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests.

  • Provide information about our legal assistance initiatives.

  • Assess and process requests for assistance.

  • Facilitate access to appropriate legal guidance or representation.

  • Communicate with individuals regarding their requests.

  • Provide information about our programs and initiatives.

  • Improve our website and user experience.

  • Maintain website security and prevent misuse.

  • Maintain internal records.

  • Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

  • Protect the rights, property, and safety of the Foundation, users, and other individuals.

We will not use personal information for purposes that are materially different from the purpose for which it was collected without an appropriate legal basis or, where required, your consent.

5. Legal Assistance and Confidentiality

Chapter III Foundation seeks to treat information relating to legal assistance requests with appropriate care and confidentiality.

However, submission of information through the website does not by itself create an advocate-client relationship, solicitor-client relationship, or any other legally recognized professional relationship unless such a relationship is separately established by an appropriately qualified legal professional.

Individuals should avoid submitting highly sensitive or confidential information through general website forms or email unless specifically requested or instructed by the Foundation.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, security, and user experience.

Cookies may help us:

  • Remember user preferences.

  • Understand website traffic and usage.

  • Improve website performance.

  • Maintain website functionality.

  • Analyze how visitors interact with our website.

You may be able to control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.

7. Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services or technologies for purposes such as:

  • Website hosting

  • Website security

  • Analytics

  • Communication

  • Forms and email services

  • Website performance

  • Embedded content

These third-party providers may process certain information in accordance with their own privacy policies and terms.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party services where applicable.

8. Sharing of Personal Information

Chapter III Foundation does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

We may share information where reasonably necessary with:

  • Authorized staff or representatives of the Foundation.

  • Legal professionals or organizations involved in providing appropriate assistance.

  • Service providers who help us operate or maintain our website and systems.

  • Government authorities, courts, regulators, or law-enforcement agencies where required by law.

  • Other parties where disclosure is necessary to protect legal rights, safety, or prevent fraud or misuse.

  • Third parties where you have provided appropriate consent or otherwise authorized the disclosure.

We seek to limit information sharing to what is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, misuse, loss, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Therefore, while we take reasonable steps to protect information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including providing assistance, maintaining records, resolving disputes, complying with legal obligations, and protecting our rights.

The appropriate retention period may vary depending on the nature of the information and the purpose for which it was collected.

When information is no longer required, we may securely delete, anonymize, or otherwise dispose of it, subject to applicable legal and record-retention requirements.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate involvement or consent from a parent, guardian, or other legally authorized person where required.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate authorization, please contact us so that we can take reasonable steps to address the matter.

12. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, organizations, resources, or services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, security, or policies of third-party websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external website before providing personal information.

13. Your Privacy Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal information, including the right to:

  • Request information about the personal data we hold about you.

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Request deletion of information where legally permissible.

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

  • Raise concerns regarding the use of your personal information.

  • Request clarification regarding how your information is being handled.

To exercise an applicable privacy right, please contact us using the details provided below.

We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

14. Communications

If you contact us through our website, email, telephone, or other communication channels, we may use the information you provide to respond to your request.

We may also contact you regarding an assistance request, inquiry, program, or other matter directly related to your interaction with the Foundation.

We will seek to respect applicable communication and privacy requirements.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, services, or applicable legal requirements.

When we make changes, the updated version will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to remain informed about how we handle personal information.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, complaints, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us:

Chapter III Foundation

Website: https://chapteriiifoundation.org/
Email: legal@chapteriiifoundation.org
Phone: +91 9211074853

We will make reasonable efforts to review and respond to privacy-related inquiries within an appropriate period.

17. Acceptance of This Privacy Policy

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the practices described herein, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Chapter III Foundation
Equal Access. Equal Justice. Stronger Society.