Privacy Policy

Introduction

The Fuggi Foundation ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains our information practices, what types of information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have regarding your information.

This Privacy Policy applies to our website located at fuggifoundation.page (the "Website") and any services we offer through the Website. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you interact with our Website, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and message content when you contact us through our contact form
• Account Information: Username, password, and profile information if you create an account
• Research Submissions: Any research papers, documents, or content you upload to our platform
• Communications: Messages, feedback, or comments you send to us

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version, IP address
• Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring URL, search queries, and interaction with content
• Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address (not precise location)
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to remember your preferences and enhance your experience

We use web analytics tools, including Google Analytics, to collect this information. Google Analytics enables us to understand how visitors interact with our Website, including pages visited, time on site, and user flows.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our Website and services
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send important updates
• Content Management: To process, store, and display research papers and user-generated content
• Analytics and Research: To understand user behavior, preferences, and trends to enhance user experience
• Security: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities
• Marketing: To send newsletters, promotional materials, and updates (with your consent)
• Personalization: To customize the Website experience based on your preferences
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.

3.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly (e.g., session management)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Website through Google Analytics
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices on the Website
• Marketing Cookies: Track your interaction with our content and ads

3.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Your browser may have documentation on how to manage cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.

4. Google Analytics

Our Website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. ("Google"). Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users use the Website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the Website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to Google and stored on Google's servers.

Google will use this information for analyzing your use of the Website, compiling reports on Website activity, and providing other services related to Website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required by law or where third parties process information on Google's behalf. For more information about Google's privacy practices, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Website or conducting our business (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Protection: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of our users
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction

6. Data Security

We implement secure technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include SSL encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you transmit information at your own risk. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your account information confidential.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Right to access the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Right to receive your information in a portable format
• Opt-out: Right to opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw Consent: Right to withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@fuggifoundation.page.

9. GDPR and International Users

If you are located in the European Union or other jurisdictions with data protection regulations like GDPR, you have additional rights including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Our processing of your data is based on your consent or our legitimate interest in providing and improving our services. For international data transfers, we implement appropriate safeguards in compliance with applicable laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. 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 delete such information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Contact Information

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

13. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitute your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of March 29, 2026, and was last updated on March 29, 2026.