Privacy Policy

At Manara West, your privacy is important to us. We are committed to transparency and ensuring that your data is handled with care and respect. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.

Our goal is to help Muslim students thrive by providing resources and connections that inspire leadership and positive change. To achieve this, we use various tools and third-party services to improve our website, understand how it’s used, and enhance your experience.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you have any questions, reach out to us at [email protected].

1. What Data We Collect

We collect the following types of data to help us provide and improve our services:

1.1 Account Data

If you contact us or register for services, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and any other details you provide.

1.2 Usage Data

We collect information about how you interact with our website. This includes:

  • Device and Browser Data: Information such as device type, operating system, and browser settings.
  • IP Address: Used to determine general location for analytics and to improve site performance.
  • Website Behavior: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and other user interactions.

1.3 Donation Data

If you donate through Givebutter, the platform may collect and process your payment information. We do not store your payment details on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Data

We process your data to provide a better experience and improve our services. Here’s how we use it:

2.1 Website Analytics

We use tools like Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, and Google Tag Manager to understand how visitors interact with our website. These tools help us improve the site’s functionality and user experience.

2.2 Marketing and Advertising

We may use social media platforms like, Tiktok, X, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to promote our services. These platforms may use tracking pixels to deliver relevant ads.

2.3 Communication

If you reach out to us, we’ll use your contact information to respond to your inquiries or provide updates.

3. Managing Your Data

You have control over your data. You can:

  • Disable cookies through your browser settings. This may affect the functionality of some parts of our website.
  • Opt out of Google Analytics tracking by visiting Google Analytics Opt-out.
  • Unsubscribe from email communications by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any of our emails.

4. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party providers to help us deliver and improve our services:

  • Givebutter for donations & CRM
  • Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, and Google Tag Manager for website analytics and performance monitoring.
  • Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, X) for advertising and engagement.

These services may collect additional data. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more details.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, and loss. While no system is 100% secure, we follow industry best practices to safeguard your information.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services or relevant regulations. Any significant changes will be communicated on our website.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please reach out to us at [email protected].

8. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom (UK), you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

These include the right to:

  • Access Your Data: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correct Your Data: Update or correct inaccurate personal data.
  • Delete Your Data: Request that we delete your personal data.
  • Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data under certain circumstances.
  • Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw Consent: If we process your data based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within one month, as required by GDPR.

9. Your Rights Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These include the right to:

  • Know What Personal Data is Collected: Request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect.
  • Request Deletion: Ask us to delete personal data we have collected (subject to certain exceptions).
  • Opt-Out of Data Sales: We do not sell personal information to third parties.
  • Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To submit a CCPA request, please email us at [email protected] with the subject line “CCPA Request.”

10. Data Transfers and International Compliance

As a global organization, we may transfer your data to servers located outside your country of residence. We ensure that any data transferred internationally complies with relevant data protection laws, including GDPR.

For European and UK residents, we use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to safeguard personal data when it is transferred to countries outside the EEA or UK.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies on our website for analytics, performance tracking, and improving your experience.

These cookies help us:

  • Understand how visitors use our site.
  • Personalize your experience.
  • Track the effectiveness of campaigns.

You can control cookies through your browser settings and learn more in our Cookies Policy.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services or relevant regulations. When we make significant changes, we will notify you on our website or through email.

13. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Manara West
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.manarawest.org

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