Privacy policy
Friends of Shamir Association, Registered Non-Profit 580020683 (hereinafter: “the Association”) respects the privacy of users of its website (hereinafter collectively: “User” or “Users”) operated at: https://shamirfriends.shamir.org (hereinafter: “the Website”).
This Privacy Policy, together with the Cookies Policy (hereinafter jointly: “Privacy Policy”), governs the manner in which the Association collects, uses, and protects information collected through the Website.
The purpose of this policy is to help Users understand what information the Association collects, the purposes for which it is collected, how it may be used, who third-party recipients may be, and how the Association safeguards the information.
Information provided to the Association is given voluntarily by the User and is not legally mandatory. The information is stored in the Association’s databases for the purposes outlined herein. Use of the Website constitutes the User’s consent to this Privacy Policy and the collection, storage, and management of their information accordingly. Use of information will be in accordance with this policy and applicable law.
This policy is written using masculine pronouns for convenience only and is intended to include all genders.
What is Information?
For the purposes of this policy, “Information” means any data collected by the Association or provided by the User or their representative through use of the Website, which can identify the User or is protected under the Israeli Privacy Protection Law, 1981.
Sources of Information Collection
Through use of the Website;
When the User subscribes to the Association’s mailing list (newsletter);
When the User makes a donation via the Website.
Information Collected
The Association may collect all or part of the following information about Users:
Full name;
Phone number;
Mobile phone number;
Date of birth;
Email address;
Address;
Last four digits of the payment method used for donations;
Contents of messages sent by Users to the Association;
Any other information the User provides or the Association receives related to use of the Website.
Additionally, the Association collects non-identifiable information that does not reveal the User’s identity, as detailed in the Cookies Policy section below.
Purpose of Information Collection and Use (“Purposes”)
The Association collects information for some or all of the following reasons:
Operation and management of the Website, including marketing, advertising, and encouraging donations;
Enabling the User to perform transactions via the Website;
Development and maintenance of the Website;
Monitoring and analyzing Website activity;
Contacting Users;
Preparing statistical data and sharing anonymized or statistical information with third parties;
Research and surveys;
Direct mailing as defined by law;
Internal organizational needs;
Legal defense and enforcement of terms of use and this Privacy Policy;
Compliance with legal requirements.
The Association also uses non-identifiable information collected by technological means to improve Website performance and user experience, as detailed in the Cookies Policy.
Information Sharing
The Association will not share or disclose User information to third parties except as described in this policy or as required by law. Information shared will be relevant, proportionate, and for legitimate purposes only.
The Association may share information with third parties who provide services to the Association, including IT support, data storage, payment processing, marketing, legal advisors, and other professional service providers.
The Association may disclose information when required by judicial orders or legal proceedings, in disputes involving the Association, or when there is suspicion or evidence of unlawful or harmful use of the Website.
In cases of merger, acquisition, or change of control of the Association, User data may be transferred accordingly.
The Association may transfer information to third parties located outside Israel, where data protection standards may differ. Use of the Website constitutes User consent to such transfers.
Payment card information for donations is processed directly by authorized payment companies via secure frames embedded in the Website; the Association is not a party to these transactions and is not responsible for these companies’ data practices. Users should review the privacy policies of these payment processors.
The Association and its representatives are not liable for damages related to data collection, use, transfer, storage, or security by third-party service providers.
Data Security
The Association employs reasonable technical and physical measures to protect data according to accepted standards. However, no electronic transmission over the internet is completely secure. By providing information, Users acknowledge the risks involved.
If Users believe their information is no longer secure, they should contact the Association using the details below.
Limitation of Liability
The Association and its representatives disclaim all liability for any direct or indirect damages arising from use, collection, or handling of information, including by third-party service providers.
Data Retention
User information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described herein or as legally required.
Information About Others
If Users provide personal information about third parties, including family members, they must have informed them of this policy and obtained any required consent.
Cookies
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies as described in the Cookies Policy to enhance user experience and for other lawful purposes.
Access and Correction
Users may request access to or correction of their personal information in accordance with applicable law by contacting the Association.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy and any disputes related to the Website shall be governed by Israeli law. Exclusive jurisdiction lies with the courts of Tel Aviv-Jaffa.
Changes to This Policy
The Association may update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Miscellaneous
Users may not transfer their rights or obligations under this policy without the Association’s consent. The Association may transfer its rights or obligations.
Nothing in this policy limits any rights the Association has under applicable law.
Contact
For questions or comments regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us by email at Shamir-friends@shamir.gov.il or by phone at +972-8-9778065.
Updated August 2024