Data Retention Policy
Learn how Malanada retains, protects, and disposes of information collected through its website and services.
Last updated: 12-May-2023
Poruvazhy Peruviruthy Malanada Devaswom aims to retain only the information necessary to conduct its activities and fulfil its mission. The period for which information is retained depends on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.
We seek to retain information only for as long as it is needed for the purpose for which it was collected, to provide our services, or to comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. This policy applies throughout the organisation.
1. Reasons for retaining data
Malanada retains information only when it is necessary to effectively provide services through the website. This may include processing service purchases, managing donations or bookings, processing payments, maintaining records, and meeting applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
The retention period may vary depending on the nature of the information, the reason it was collected, operational needs, and any legal requirements that apply. When information is no longer required for these purposes, it will be deleted or destroyed in accordance with this policy.
2. Data destruction
When the applicable retention period ends, Malanada will take reasonable steps to securely destroy or otherwise dispose of the information covered by this policy. Disposal will be handled in an efficient and responsible manner appropriate to the nature of the information.
If you believe there is a legitimate business reason why particular information should not be destroyed at the end of its retention period, please contact the support team and explain the reason. Any exception to this policy must be approved by the responsible data protection officer in consultation with legal counsel.
In rare circumstances, legal counsel may issue a litigation hold that prohibits the destruction of specific records. A litigation hold remains in effect until it is released by legal counsel, and applies to all information covered by the hold.
3. Account deletion requests
If you need to delete your website account, you may submit an account-deletion request to our support team at support@malanada.com. We may need to retain certain information where required by law or where it is covered by an applicable legal or operational exception.
4. Contact details
For questions about this data retention policy or the handling of your information, please visit our Contact Us page.