Effective date: October 22, 2025

International Peace Charter (“IPC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you visit internationalpeacecharter.org (the “Site”) and when you subscribe to join our movement and receive updates.

By using the Site or subscribing, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1) Who we are & how to contact us

Controller: International Peace Charter
Email: info@internationalpeacecharter.org

Postal address: [Insert mailing address, city, country]

If you have questions or requests about this Policy or your personal information, contact us at the email above.

2) Information we collect
A. Information you provide directly

• Subscription data:
  • Email (required)
  • Name (optional)
  • Postal/ZIP code (optional)
  • Country (optional)
• Correspondence: Content of messages you send to us (e.g., questions, feedback).
• Other forms: Any other details you choose to submit through forms on the Site.

B. Information collected automatically (online identifiers)

• Device/usage data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring/exit pages, pages viewed, clicks, and timestamps.
• Cookies and similar technologies: See Section 7 (Cookies & Analytics).

3) How we use your information (purposes)

We use personal information to:

1. Operate and improve the Site (troubleshooting, analytics, security).
2. Manage subscriptions and send communications, including updates about IPC, campaign actions, petitions, and related initiatives.
3. Localization and engagement insights (e.g., using postal/ZIP code and country to understand geographic reach, tailor content, or direct advocacy to relevant officials).
4. Respond to inquiries you submit.
5. Maintain security and prevent abuse (fraud/attack detection).
6. Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

We do not sell personal information.

4) Legal bases for processing (GDPR/UK GDPR, if applicable)

Where EU/UK data protection laws apply, we process personal data on these legal bases:

• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): for email subscriptions/communications and non-essential cookies.
• Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)): to operate, secure, and improve the Site and understand aggregated engagement, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights.
• Legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c)): where we must retain or disclose information by law.

You may withdraw consent at any time (see Section 9).

5) When and with whom we share information

We share personal information only as needed with:

• Service providers/processors who help us operate the Site and our communications (e.g., website hosting, email delivery/CRM, analytics). They are bound by contractual confidentiality and data-protection obligations and may only use data per our instructions.
• Legal and safety: If required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect IPC, users, or the public.
• Business changes: If IPC undergoes a reorganization or similar change, your data may transfer in accordance with this Policy and applicable laws.

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

6) International transfers

Our Site and service providers may be located in countries other than your own (including Canada, the United States, and the EU/UK). Where applicable laws require, we implement appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your information during transfers.

7) Cookies & analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• keep the Site secure and functioning;
• remember preferences;
• understand Site traffic and performance.

If we use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), those providers process limited online identifiers to help us analyze usage in aggregated form. Where required, we will request your consent for non-essential cookies. You can manage cookies through your browser settings and—if provided—our on-site cookie controls. Disabling some cookies may affect Site functionality.

8) Data retention

• Subscription data: kept while you remain subscribed; if you unsubscribe, we typically delete or irreversibly de-identify your email within a reasonable period (e.g., 30–90 days), except where we must retain limited records to honor your opt-out and comply with law.
• Inquiry/operational records: retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described or to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
  We periodically review retention and securely delete data when no longer needed.

9) Your choices & rights
Unsubscribe / opt-out of emails

Every email we send includes an Unsubscribe link. You can also email info@internationalpeacecharter.org
to stop receiving communications. We will process your request as soon as reasonably possible.

Privacy rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information;
• Correct inaccurate information;
• Delete your information;
• Restrict or object to certain processing;
• Data portability;
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent);
• Lodge a complaint with a data-protection authority.

To exercise rights, contact info@internationalpeacecharter.org
. We may need to verify your identity to process requests.

10) Children’s privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent. If you believe a child provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can delete it.

11) Security

We use reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12) Third-party links

The Site may link to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13) Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective date” at the top indicates when it was last revised. Material changes will be posted on this page and, where required, we will notify you through the Site or by email before they take effect.

14) Additional notices for specific jurisdictions
Canada (PIPEDA/Provincial laws)

We strive to comply with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including PIPEDA and relevant provincial legislation (e.g., BC PIPA). You may contact info@internationalpeacecharter.org
with questions or to access/correct your information.

United States (CAN-SPAM & state laws)

We comply with CAN-SPAM for email communications and applicable U.S. state privacy laws where they apply (e.g., CPRA for California residents), including rights described in Section 9.

EU/EEA & UK

For users in the EU/EEA or UK, Sections 4 and 6 explain our legal bases and transfer safeguards. You may lodge complaints with your local supervisory authority (e.g., the ICO in the UK or your EU DPA).

15) Your responsibilities

Please keep your subscription details accurate and up to date. Do not share sensitive personal information via open Site forms unless we specifically request it for a defined purpose.

Summary of key points (plain language)

• We collect the email you provide (required) and optional name, postal/ZIP code, and country when you subscribe.
• We use this data to send updates, organize engagement, and understand geographic reach.
• You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.
• We don’t sell your data and share it only with trusted service providers or when required by law.
• You have privacy rights (access, delete, correct, etc.) depending on your location.