Privacy Policy

MESCO (Modern Educational Social and Cultural Organisation) values your trust and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you use our website and submit forms, donations, or other requests through our platform.

MESCO is a secular trust registered in 1968 with the Charity Commissioner of Mumbai. The organization works in areas including education support, medical assistance, and relief of poverty.

Information We Collect

Depending on how you use the website, we may collect:

• Personal details: name, email address, phone number, postal/address details, and other information you voluntarily submit.
• Communication details: messages, inquiries, feedback, and correspondence shared through contact forms or email.
• Donation-related information: donation amount, purpose, and transaction reference details. Payment card/banking details are processed by authorized payment partners and are not stored by us except where required for reconciliation and compliance.
• Program registration details: information submitted for events, scholarships, volunteering, or other initiatives.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and usage logs collected for security, analytics, and performance.

How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• respond to inquiries and provide support;
• process donations, registrations, and requests;
• communicate updates about our programs, activities, and initiatives;
• improve website functionality, user experience, and content quality;
• maintain security, prevent misuse, and investigate suspicious activity;
• comply with legal, regulatory, and audit requirements.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, analyze traffic, and improve website performance. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only when necessary with:

• trusted service providers/technology partners who support website operations, communication, analytics, or payment processing;
• government/regulatory authorities when required by law;
• professional advisors or auditors for compliance and governance purposes.

All such sharing is limited to the extent reasonably required for legitimate and lawful purposes.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or loss. While we take strong precautions, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements.

Your Choices and Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request to access, correct, or update your personal information, or request deletion where legally permissible. You may also opt out of non-essential communications at any time.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal data from children without appropriate authorization and lawful basis. If you believe information of a minor has been submitted inappropriately, please contact us for prompt review.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Any updates will be published on this page with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

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

• MESCO Trust (Admin Office): 1 & 2, Plot No 423, Landmark Building, Next to Johnson & Johnson, Near Saraswati Mandir School, Senapati Bapat Marg, Mahim (W), Mumbai - 400016.
• Email: mescotrust@mescotrust.org
• Phone: +91 22 2444 1442 / +91 22 2444 8637