At ZeroWasteBhutan.gov.bt, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you when you voluntarily provide it to us, such as when you fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, or interact with our website's features and services. The types of personal information we may collect include but are not limited to:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Demographic information
• IP address
• Browser type
• Operating system

2. Use of Information

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

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Improving and personalizing user experience
• Responding to inquiries and customer support requests
• Sending administrative information, such as updates and security alerts
• Sending you newsletters, marketing communications, and promotional materials
• Conducting research and analysis to enhance our website and services
• Complying with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We may share your personal information with third parties in the following circumstances:

• With your consent
• With service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing our services
• With government authorities or law enforcement agencies to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights and the rights of others
• In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our website. This information helps us analyze trends, administer the site, track users' movements, and gather demographic information. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, please note that certain features of our website may not function properly without cookies.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. We have no control over the content and practices of these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete the information promptly.

8. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates.

9. Contact Us

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

• Zero Waste Bhutan
• Address: 79 Norzin Lam -II, Thimphu
• Email: bhutanzerowaste@gmail.com
• Phone: 2 332 404

By using ZeroWasteBhutan.gov.bt, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using our website.