Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
Your Privacy Matters
Marouf Adeyemi e.V. ("we," "us," "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (maroufadeyemi.org), use our services, donate, volunteer, or interact with us in any way.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our website or services. By accessing and using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy.
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) EU 2016/679 and all applicable data protection laws in Germany and the European Union.
Information We Gather
When You Contact Us
Name, email, phone, message content, organization details, and any other information you voluntarily provide via contact forms, donation forms, volunteer applications, or direct communication.
Automatically Collected
IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring source, click patterns, and cookie data. This helps us understand how our website is used and improve user experience.
Donations & Transactions
When you donate, we collect transaction data including amount, date, payment method type (not full card details — handled by Stripe/PayPal), and donor name/email. Payment processing is handled by third-party providers; we do not store sensitive payment data.
Browser Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance functionality, remember preferences, analyze usage, and deliver targeted content. You can control cookie settings in your browser.
What We Do With Your Information
Service Delivery
Process donations, respond to inquiries, send requested information
Communication
Send newsletters, updates, event invitations, and other institutional communications
Volunteer Coordination
Manage volunteer applications, assignments, scheduling, and feedback
Website Improvement
Analyze usage patterns, identify issues, optimize performance and user experience
Legal Compliance
Fulfill regulatory obligations, tax reporting, fraud prevention, and legal requests
Impact Reporting
Generate anonymized statistics for impact reports, annual reports, and stakeholder communication
Partner Coordination
Share necessary information with institutional partners (Diakonie, Caritas, etc.) for joint programs
Safety & Security
Prevent abuse, detect fraud, enforce terms, and protect website integrity
Why We Process Your Data
Under GDPR, we process your data based on the following legal bases:
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): When you subscribe to newsletters, submit forms, or opt into communications. You may withdraw consent at any time.
- Contractual Necessity (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR): When processing is necessary to fulfill a donation, membership, or volunteer agreement.
- Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR): When processing is required by law — tax reporting, financial record-keeping, anti-money laundering compliance.
- Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): When processing is necessary for our legitimate organizational interests — website analytics, fraud prevention, service improvement — provided these do not override your fundamental rights.
What You Can Do
Right of Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data ('right to be forgotten').
Right to Restriction
Request that we restrict processing of your data under certain conditions.
Right to Data Portability
Receive your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
Right to Complain
File a complaint with a supervisory authority (see below).
Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority. The responsible authority for Marouf Adeyemi e.V. is:
Die Landesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und für das Recht auf Akteneinsicht Brandenburg
Stahnsdorfer Damm 77, 14532 Kleinmachnow, Germany
Website: www.lda.brandenburg.de
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We share data only with trusted partners who are essential to our operations, under strict contractual obligations and GDPR-compliant data processing agreements.
| Partner | Purpose | Data Shared | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Payment processing | Transaction data | USA (EU SCCs) |
| PayPal | Payment processing | Transaction data | USA (EU SCCs) |
| NOWPayments | Crypto donations | Transaction data | EU |
| Formspree | Form submissions | Name, email, message | USA (EU SCCs) |
| Google Analytics | Website analytics | Anonymized usage data | USA (EU SCCs) |
| Google Workspace | Email & collaboration | Communication data | USA (EU SCCs) |
| Meta | Social media | Public interaction data | USA (EU SCCs) |
| Benevity / Goodstack | Corporate giving | Donor data | Canada/UK (EU SCCs) |
Note: "USA-based providers operate under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission for international data transfers."
How Long We Keep Your Data
| Data Type | Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Contact form submissions | 2 years | Inquiry resolution and follow-up |
| Donation records | 10 years | German tax law (§147 AO) |
| Newsletter subscriptions | Until unsubscribe | Consent-based |
| Volunteer applications | 3 years | Coordination and future opportunities |
| Website analytics | 26 months | Google Analytics default |
| Cookies | See cookie policy | Varies by type |
After retention periods expire, data is securely deleted or anonymized. You may request earlier deletion at any time (subject to legal retention obligations).
Cookie Policy
Strictly Necessary
Required for website functionality — navigation, security, language preferences. Cannot be disabled.
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Performance & Analytics
Help us understand how visitors use our website. Data is anonymized and aggregated. Google Analytics.
Duration: Up to 26 months
Can be disabled in your browser settings
Marketing & Social Media
Used by social media platforms (Meta, TikTok) when you interact with embedded content or share buttons.
Duration: Varies by provider
Can be disabled in your browser settings
Children's Data Protection
Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 without parental consent. If we discover that we have collected data from a child under 16 without proper consent, we will delete it immediately. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at service@maroufadeyemi.org.
How We Protect Your Data
Encryption
All data transmitted via SSL/TLS encryption (HTTPS)
Access Control
Strict role-based access to personal data
Secure Storage
Data stored on EU-based servers with enterprise-grade security
Incident Response
Breach notification within 72 hours if required by GDPR
Data Protection Inquiries
For all data protection inquiries, requests to exercise your rights, or complaints:
Email service@maroufadeyemi.org
Subject line
"Data Protection Request"
Address
Theodor-Fontane-Allee 22, 12529 Schönefeld, Germany
Response time: Within 30 days (as required by GDPR)
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be published on this page with an updated 'Last Modified' date. Material changes will be communicated via email or website notification. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance.
Last Modified: April 2026