Privacy policy

People for People ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website: www.peopleforpeople.com

1. Who We Are

Organisation Name: People for People Foundation
Chamber of Commerce (KvK) Registration: 85711950
Office address: Van Marwijk Kooystraat 15, 1114 AG Amsterdam
Email: info@peopleforpeople.info
Website: www.peopleforpeople.com

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • IP address

  • Information you voluntarily provide via forms (e.g., contact, donations, newsletter signup)

  • Technical data (e.g., browser type, device info, referring pages)

If you make a donation, your payment information is processed securely via our third-party payment provider. We do not store credit card or banking details ourselves.

3. Why We Collect Your Data

We only process personal data where legally allowed under the GDPR. Our purposes may include:

  • Responding to your contact inquiries

  • Sending newsletters and updates (only if you subscribe)

  • Processing donations and keeping proper financial records

  • Understanding website usage via analytics tools

  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Legal Grounds for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases under the GDPR:

  • Your consent (e.g., for newsletters or optional cookies)

  • Performance of a contract (e.g., donation handling)

  • Legal obligation

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., understanding how visitors use our site)

5. How We Share Your Data

We only share your data when necessary, and only with trusted service providers such as:

  • Newsletter/email tools

  • Website analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics – anonymised)

  • Payment processors

  • Hosting and security service providers

We have data processing agreements in place with these providers to ensure your data is handled securely and in compliance with the GDPR.

6. How We Protect Your Data

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your personal data, including:

  • Secure SSL encryption on our website

  • Data access restricted to authorised personnel only

  • Regular website and plugin updates

  • Encrypted connections to third-party services

7. Your Rights Under the GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Correct or delete your data

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Receive a copy of your data (data portability)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@peopleforpeople.info

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens).

8. Cookies

We use only essential and anonymised analytical cookies to improve the website’s performance. Any cookies that are not strictly necessary are only activated with your consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings or via the cookie banner on our website.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised date at the top.

We recommend reviewing this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out:

📧 info@peopleforpeople.info
🌐 www.peopleforpeople.com