Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Living Stone Foundation ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms on our website
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Request information about our services
• Apply for employment opportunities
• Participate in surveys or feedback forms

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Company name and job title
• Professional background and qualifications
• Communication preferences
• Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses
• Device identifiers and characteristics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Responding to your inquiries and requests
• Sending you newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Processing job applications and recruitment activities
• Improving our website and services
• Analyzing usage patterns and trends
• Ensuring security and preventing fraud
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: The right to request access to your personal information
• Correction: The right to request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: The right to request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: The right to request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Objection: The right to object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal of Consent: The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

9. Third-Party Links

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

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: