Chalo Chatu:Privacy policy
This policy is approved by the Chalo Chatu Foundation Board of Trustees to apply to all Chalo Chatu projects. It may not be circumvented, eroded, or ignored by local policies.
Summary
This is a summary of the Privacy Policy. To read the full terms, click here.
Disclaimer: This summary is not a part of the Privacy Policy and is not a legal document. It is simply a handy reference for understanding the full Privacy Policy.
Because we believe in accountability in the free knowledge movement, you may:
- Read any page on the Chalo Chatu site without an account.
- Register for an account by providing your real name and a valid email address.
Because we want to understand how our site is used, we collect some information when you:
- Make public contributions.
- Register or update your user page.
- Use the Chalo Chatu platform.
- Send feedback, emails, or participate in surveys.
We are committed to:
- Describing how your information may be used or shared.
- Using reasonable measures to keep your information secure.
- Never selling or sharing your data with third parties for marketing.
- Retaining your data only for as long as legally or operationally necessary.
Be aware:
- Any edits you make will be permanently public.
- Administrators may have limited access to nonpublic information.
- Aggregate or public data may be released to support education or research.
If you do not agree with this policy, you may not use the Chalo Chatu sites.
Introduction
The Chalo Chatu Foundation is the nonprofit organization that operates collaborative, free knowledge on the Chalo Chatu website.
This policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information. By using the Chalo Chatu site, you consent to this policy.
Definitions
- Chalo Chatu Foundation: The nonprofit that operates Chalo Chatu.
- Chalo Chatu Sites: Our websites and services.
- You/your: Any user, reader, editor, or contributor.
- Personal Information: Any non-public data that can identify you (e.g., name, address, email).
- Contributions: Edits or content added to the Chalo Chatu site.
- Third Party: Any individual or group not controlled by Chalo Chatu.
Types of Information We Receive
Your Public Contributions
All edits and contributions made to Chalo Chatu are public and permanent. Page histories retain usernames and timestamps. These records may be reused or aggregated for analysis and research.
Account Information
You must register to contribute. Required data includes your name, email, and reason for joining. Usernames are public and cannot be deleted once created. Additional demographic data is optional.
Use of the Site
We collect data on how you interact with the site (e.g., pages visited, time of access) to improve services. This may include IP address, browser type, and device information.
Tracking & Cookies
We use cookies and local storage to enhance your experience. These help remember your settings, language, and usage preferences. No third-party tracking cookies are used without permission.
Surveys & Feedback
Participation in surveys is optional. When you provide feedback, we may use your input to improve services, but always in line with this policy.
How We Use Information
- To improve and maintain the Chalo Chatu site
- To detect, prevent, or investigate abuse or legal issues
- To comply with legal obligations
- To support research and data reporting on a non-personal basis
Sharing Your Information
With Your Consent
We may share your information for a specific purpose if you give us explicit permission.
For Legal Reasons
We may disclose your data if legally required to do so by valid legal process. We will notify you where legally allowed and possible.
To Protect Users and the Platform
We may disclose data to investigate policy violations, prevent harm, or protect Chalo Chatu staff, users, and infrastructure.
Data Access by Administrators
Users with specific administrative rights may access limited nonpublic data to protect the platform. These users are accountable to the community and bound by internal confidentiality policies.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to operate the site or meet legal obligations. Some data (like contributions) remain permanently public.
Your Choices
- You can choose not to create an account.
- You may update your user page or preferences.
- You may contact us for data-related requests, subject to verification.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: bwanji@chalochatu.org
Thank You
Thank you for being part of the Chalo Chatu free knowledge movement.
See Also
Policy History
This policy was approved by the Chalo Chatu Foundation Board of Trustees on 7 August 2025.
Version 1.0 – 7 August 2025
