Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 2026

1. Introduction

Thiru Murugan Samajam Trust (TMST), located at Suncity, Vasaigass Road (100ft Road), Vasai West, Palghar – 401202, Maharashtra, India, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all visitors, devotees, and donors who use our website vasaivasaithirumurugansamajam.in (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, and the Information Technology Act, 2000.

By accessing or using this Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We may collect the following personal information when you voluntarily submit it through our donation forms, contact forms, seva booking forms, or other interactive features on the Website:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Postal address
  • PAN (Permanent Account Number) — required only for 80G tax exemption receipts
  • Donation amount and transaction details
  • Pooja or seva preferences
  • Messages or queries submitted through contact forms

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, certain information may be collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
  • Referring website URL
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Approximate geographic location (city/region level only)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Processing donations and issuing receipts (including 80G tax exemption receipts)
  • Booking and confirming pooja and seva services
  • Responding to your inquiries and providing support
  • Sending transactional emails such as donation confirmations and receipts
  • Sending updates about temple events, festivals, and activities (only if you have opted in)
  • Improving our Website’s functionality and user experience
  • Analysing Website usage patterns through aggregated, anonymised data
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:

4.1 Razorpay (Payment Processing)

Online donations are processed through Razorpay Software Private Limited. When you make a donation, your payment information (credit/debit card number, UPI ID, net banking details) is collected and processed directly by Razorpay. We do not store your complete payment card details on our servers. Razorpay’s privacy policy is available at razorpay.com/privacy.

4.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymised data about page views, session duration, and user demographics. This data helps us improve our Website. Google’s privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.

4.3 Google Maps

Our Website may embed Google Maps to help visitors locate the temple. Google Maps may collect data in accordance with Google’s privacy policy.

5. Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Website. We use the following types of cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic Website functionality such as navigation and security.
  • Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics to collect anonymised usage data.
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for future visits.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our Website
  • Secure storage of personal data with restricted access
  • Regular security reviews of our Website and systems
  • Use of PCI DSS-compliant payment gateway (Razorpay) for processing donations

While we strive to protect your personal data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights Under the DPDP Act, 2023

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you have the following rights as a data principal:

  • Right to Access: You may request information about the personal data we hold about you and how it is being processed.
  • Right to Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and regulatory obligations that may require us to retain certain records.
  • Right to Grievance Redressal: You have the right to file a complaint regarding the processing of your personal data.
  • Right to Nominate: You may nominate another individual to exercise your data rights in the event of your death or incapacity.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 10 below.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If a donation or form submission is made on behalf of a minor, it must be done by a parent or legal guardian. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child without verifiable parental consent, we will take steps to delete such data promptly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact us:

Thiru Murugan Samajam Trust
Suncity, Vasaigass Road (100ft Road),
Vasai West, Palghar – 401202,
Maharashtra, India

Phone: 099872 41605

Website: vasaivasaithirumurugansamajam.in