Privacy Policy
Mercy Children's Home ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.
1. Information We Collect
When you use our website, we may collect:
- Newsletter subscriptions — your name and email address when you subscribe voluntarily
- Contact messages — your name, email and message when you contact us
We do NOT collect payment information. All donations are processed externally by GoFundMe, MTN, or Airtel under their own privacy policies.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To send you monthly updates about the children (newsletter subscribers only)
- To respond to your contact messages
- We never sell, rent or share your information with third parties for marketing
3. Data Storage
Your data is stored securely using Supabase (supabase.com), a trusted data platform. We apply industry-standard security measures to protect your information.
4. Children's Privacy
We take the privacy of the children in our care very seriously. We do not publish the full names, birth dates or identifying information of any child in our home. Story names on this website have been changed to protect their identities.
5. Your Rights
- Request deletion of your personal data at any time
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
- Ask what data we hold about you
To exercise any of these rights, contact us via WhatsApp: +256 751 442 505
6. Cookies
Our website does not use tracking cookies or advertising cookies. We use browser localStorage only to remember your preferences and it never leaves your device.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website links to GoFundMe, YouTube and WhatsApp. These are governed by their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices.
8. Contact
For privacy concerns:
WhatsApp: +256 751 442 505
Location: Kasanda Bukuya, Uganda