Privacy Policy for Urban and Rural Development Programme (URDP)
Effective Date: May 23, 2026
At Urban and Rural Development Programme (URDP), we value the privacy and security of our visitors, volunteers, donors, beneficiaries, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
1. Information We Collect – We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
When you contact us, donate, apply for support, volunteer, or participate in our programmes, we may collect:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
National ID or verification documents (when required)
Medical or support-related documents submitted voluntarily
Payment or donation information
Photos, videos, and application materials
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website usage data
Cookies and analytics information
2. How We Use Your Information – We use collected information to:
Respond to inquiries and communication
Process donations and volunteer applications
Verify programme applicants and beneficiaries
Improve website functionality and user experience
Share updates about programmes, campaigns, and activities
Ensure transparency, accountability, and fraud prevention
Maintain organizational records and reporting
3. Donations and Financial Transactions
URDP may collect limited payment or transaction-related information for donation purposes. Financial transactions may be processed through third-party payment gateways or banking services. We do not store sensitive payment credentials such as card PINs or passwords.
4. Health and Support Information
Certain URDP programmes, including healthcare and humanitarian initiatives, may require applicants to submit medical records, identity documents, or financial details. Such information is collected only for verification, assessment, and programme implementation purposes and is handled with confidentiality.
5. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand visitor behavior and improve website performance. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly.
6. Sharing of Information
URDP does not sell or rent personal information to third parties. We may share information only when:
Required by law or government authority
Necessary for programme verification or implementation
Working with trusted service providers or partners
Users provide consent for publication or campaign purposes
7. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites or services. URDP is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
9. Children’s Privacy
URDP does not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate guardian or parental involvement when required.
10. Your Rights – You may request to:
Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Remove or update submitted data
Withdraw consent where applicable
To make such requests, please contact us using the information below.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
URDP may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
12. Contact Information
Urban and Rural Development Programme (URDP)
Email: hello@urdp.org
Phone: +88 01826-762672
Address: Jharbari, Birganj, Dinajpur, Bangladesh