General
1.1
This document is intended to explain and detail the manner in which the Let the Animals Live Association (hereinafter: “the Association”) collects, uses, stores, and processes personal information through its website and through other channels of communication with the Association, including telephone, email, social networks, clinic services, donations, online forms, and more.
1.2
This policy is written in masculine form for convenience only, and applies equally to all genders.
1.3
Use of the website and/or the Association’s services constitutes confirmation that you have read this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and processing of personal information, where such processing is based on consent.
In other cases detailed in this policy, personal information will be processed pursuant to a legal obligation, for the performance of a contract, for the purpose of fulfilling a legitimate interest of the Association (including the management of donor, volunteer, and clinic activity), or on any other lawful basis under applicable law.
1.4
If you do not agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy, you are requested to refrain from using the website, except insofar as required to receive an essential service from the Association.
1.5
This Privacy Policy is drafted in accordance with the Protection of Privacy Law, 5741–1981, the Protection of Privacy Regulations (Data Security), 5777–2017, and any amendments thereto, including Amendment No. 13 to the Law, to the extent applicable to the Association.
Where foreign privacy laws apply (including in relation to donors residing outside Israel), the Association will act in accordance with the applicable legal requirements.
1.6
The Association reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time, including due to legal, technological, or organizational changes. Any material update will be published on the website, and where required, appropriate notice will be given. The updated policy will enter into force upon its publication, unless otherwise stated.
- Definitions
2.1 “Personal Information” – Any information relating to an identified person or a person who can reasonably be identified.
2.2 “Database” – As defined in the Protection of Privacy Law, 5741–1981.
2.3 “Processing” – Any operation performed on personal information, including collection, storage, use, transfer, or deletion.
2.4 “Data Subject” – The individual to whom the personal information relates.
2.5 “Cookies” – Small text files or similar technologies installed on a user’s device during website browsing, used to collect information about website usage.
- Types of Information Collected
3.1 Information Provided Directly by the User
3.1.1
Identification and contact details such as full name, address, telephone number, email address, ID number, and any additional details provided in the context of contacting the Association, making donations, registering for volunteering, using the clinic, or submitting inquiries.
3.1.2
Financial information, including donation and purchase history, invoices, and receipts.
Credit card details are not stored on the Association’s servers and are entered directly into a secure interface of the payment processing provider.
3.1.3
Medical and sensitive information, where required for the provision of veterinary or animal-related services, including information about animals, medical conditions, treatments, and follow-up documentation. Such information may be stored in a dedicated database separate from the website database.
3.1.4
Information submitted via online forms on the website. Information may be stored in the website database and/or sent by email to Association staff.
With the user’s consent, contact details may also be added to mailing lists. Users may unsubscribe at any time.
3.1.5
User comments and content submitted on the website, where applicable, which may be retained for the period required by the purpose for which they were collected or as required by law.
3.2 Gravatar Service
3.2.1
The website may use the Gravatar service to display user profile images. Any interaction with Gravatar is subject to its privacy policy:
https://automattic.com/privacy
- Facebook Pixel and Marketing Technologies
4.1
The website uses Facebook Pixel and other marketing and tracking tools that allow Facebook and third parties to collect information regarding website usage for statistical analysis, measurement, and targeted advertising (remarketing).
4.2
Continued browsing of the website constitutes consent to such use, subject to browser settings and third-party privacy policies.
4.3
If you are logged into Facebook, you may manage your advertising preferences through your Facebook account settings.
4.4 Google Tools
4.4.1
The website uses Google services (including analytics and advertising tools) that collect anonymous or aggregated information such as IP address, device type, browser type, and usage data, for the purpose of analysis and service improvement.
4.4.2
Information collected by Google may be processed outside Israel, in accordance with Google’s privacy policy.
- Purchases and Payments
5.1
Purchases and donations made via the website are processed through WooCommerce and external payment providers.
5.2
Order and transaction details are stored in the website database for operational, accounting, and donor management purposes.
5.3
Credit card details are processed directly by the payment provider and are not stored on the website.
- Information Relating to Animals
6.1
Medical and administrative information relating to animals treated by the Association is stored separately from the website database and is used for treatment, follow-up, legal compliance, and internal management.
- Automatically Collected Information (Cookies)
7.1
When browsing the website, technical information is collected automatically, including IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, access times, approximate geographic location, and device type.
7.2
Cookies may be managed or blocked through browser settings, though disabling cookies may impair website functionality.
- Information from Third Parties
8.1
The Association may receive information from third parties such as service providers, partners, or public authorities, in accordance with law and/or user consent.
- Anonymous Browsing
9.1
Browsing the website without submitting identifying details limits the collection of personal information, except for technical data collected automatically.
- Purposes of Processing
10.1
Personal information is processed for purposes including:
- Provision of services, handling inquiries, donations, volunteering, and clinic activity.
b. Website operation, improvement, and statistical analysis.
c. Communication with donors, volunteers, and the public.
d. Legal compliance, dispute resolution, and protection of the Association’s rights. - Marketing Communications
11.1
The Association may contact users for marketing and fundraising purposes via phone, email, SMS, or messaging applications, subject to applicable law.
11.2
Users may request removal from marketing communications at any time.
- Disclosure to Third Parties
12.1
The Association may share personal information with:
- Technology and hosting providers.
b. Payment processors and mailing services.
c. Analytics and security providers.
d. Professional advisors.
e. Authorized authorities pursuant to law or court order.
12.2
Where required, third parties are obligated to maintain confidentiality and data security.
- Transfer of Information Outside Israel
13.1
Where information is transferred outside Israel, such transfer will be carried out in accordance with applicable law and appropriate safeguards.
- Data Security
14.1
The Association implements reasonable physical, organizational, and technological measures in accordance with the Data Security Regulations.
14.2
Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only.
14.3
The Association has appointed a person responsible for data protection, who may be contacted at:
[email protected]
14.4
In the event of a material data security incident, the Association will act in accordance with legal reporting and mitigation requirements.
- Data Retention
15.1
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
15.2
After that period, information will be deleted, anonymized, or destroyed.
- Data Subject Rights
16.1
Any person is entitled to review personal information held about them in the Association’s databases.
16.2
A data subject may request correction, deletion, or updating of inaccurate or outdated information.
16.3
Requests may be submitted by email to [email protected] or by mail to:
P.O. Box 10047, Ramat Gan 5200101, Israel.
- Minors
17.1
The Association does not knowingly collect personal information from minors under the age of 18 without parental or guardian consent.
- Contact Details
18.1
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
[email protected]
