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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1 May 2026 · Effective from launch of varisth.com

At VARISTH Global Foundation (NITI Aayog Unique ID UP/2022/0324721), we deeply respect your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have over your data.

The short version: We collect only the information you voluntarily share with us through forms, donations, or correspondence. We never sell or trade your data. We keep what we collect minimal, secure, and use it only for the purposes you intended.

1. Who We Are

VARISTH Global Foundation is a non-profit voluntary association registered under NITI Aayog (Unique ID UP/2022/0324721), headquartered in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. The acronym VARISTH stands for Voluntary Association of Researchers in Indigenous Knowledge, Spirituality & Science, Technology and Homeland Security. We are committed to integrating indigenous knowledge, ancient wisdom, and modern technology — including applied research in technology and homeland security — for the betterment of communities, the safety of the nation, and the wellbeing of the environment.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information you provide directly

2.2 Information collected automatically

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide only for these specific purposes:

4. Information We Do NOT Collect or Share

5. Data Storage and Security

Form submissions are stored securely through Netlify Forms (our website hosting provider). Donations are processed through standard Indian banking infrastructure under the regulations of the Reserve Bank of India. We retain personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purpose it was collected, or as required by Indian law.

File-upload policy: For the safety of our team, our donors and our wider community, varisth.com does not accept direct file uploads. The "preview" area on our website is a local visualisation only — files dropped there never leave your computer. To send us documents, please use the email channels or trusted cloud-storage services (Google Drive, Dropbox, WeTransfer) listed on our website. We reserve the right to refuse, quarantine, or delete any unsolicited file received through other channels if it shows signs of malware, phishing, or other security concerns.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

To exercise any of these rights, email us at varisthglobal22@gmail.com.

7. Third-Party Services

Our website uses the following third-party services:

8. Children's Privacy

VARISTH Global Foundation works with communities including women and children in healthcare and education contexts. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 through our website. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or in the law. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us at:

Jurisdiction: This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising under this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.