Effective Date: 6/11/2025
Last Updated: 6/11/2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Help The Blind Foundation (“HTBF”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://www.helptheblindfoundation.org. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, enhance user experience, and provide analytical insights.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable basic features such as security, page navigation, and access to secure areas.
Examples: Session cookies, login authentication
b) Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. This helps us improve website performance.
Examples: Google Analytics cookies
c) Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
d) Targeting/Advertising Cookies (If applicable)
These cookies may be set by third-party services to deliver relevant advertisements. We currently do not use advertising cookies, but may include them in the future with notice and consent.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be placed by third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics – Tracks website usage for statistical analysis.
- Donation platforms (e.g., Stripe, Razorpay) – May place cookies to process transactions securely.
Each third party is responsible for its own cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You can control or delete cookies via your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are installed
- Delete all or selected cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Set preferences for certain websites
Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
For more information on managing cookies, visit:
5. Your Consent
When you first visit our website, we display a cookie banner requesting your consent for the use of non-essential cookies. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date”.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:
Help The Blind Foundation
Email: contribute@helptheblindfoundation.org
Website: https://www.helptheblindfoundation.org