Privacy Policy of Official Website of Sri Dalada Maligawa – Sri Lanka.

Effective Date: 10th January 2010

Last Modified: 01st December 2019

 

Sri Dalada Maligawa (the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic), located in Kandy, Sri Lanka, is committed to ensuring the protection of your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our official website or interact with our services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

In the course of your interaction with our website, we may collect the following types of information:

 

Personal Identification Data: This includes information such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address, which you voluntarily provide when making inquiries, donations, or registering for events.

 

Non-Personal Identification Data: This may include technical details such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages accessed on our site, which help us analyze website usage patterns and enhance user experience.

 

Payment Information: When making donations and purchasing tickets, we may collect payment-related data through secure third-party processors, ensuring compliance with industry standards for financial transactions and in accordance with Sri Lanka’s financial regulations and laws.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect serves several key purposes, including but not limited to:

Facilitating communication with you regarding your inquiries, donations, or event registrations.

Sending newsletters, updates, and information related to the activities and initiatives of Sri Dalada Maligawa. Improving the functionality and content of our website to better serve our visitors.

Enhancing the security of our website and preventing fraudulent or unauthorized activities.

Complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Data Security

We take the privacy and security of your personal information seriously. To protect your data, we implement a range of security measures, including encryption protocols, secure servers, and controlled access by authorized personnel. While we strive to protect your data to the highest standards, please note that no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed 100% secure. As such, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal data.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies enable us to gather information about your browsing activities, helping us to improve the design and functionality of our site. You have the option to manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but please be aware that disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to fully experience all features of the site.

5. Third-Party Services

We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who assist us in the operation of our website, payment processing, and communication efforts. These third parties are contractually bound to protect your information and may only use it for the purposes for which it was provided. In addition, our website may contain links to external websites that are not governed by this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit to understand how your data may be handled.

6. Data Retention

Your personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You may request the deletion or modification of your data at any time by contacting us directly at media@sridaladamaligawa.lk.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights in relation to your personal data:

 

Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

Correction: You may request that we update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal limitations.

Withdrawal of Consent: Where applicable, you may withdraw your consent for us to process your data at any time.

 

Object to Processing: You may object to the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at ip@sridaladamaligawa.lk We will respond to your request in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not designed to attract children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we may have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately at media@sridaladamaligawa.lk, and we will take prompt action to delete such data.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated “Effective Date” will be reflected at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal information.

10.Use of Information and Modifications

The information contained within this Privacy Policy may be quoted or referenced without prior permission. However, the information may not be modified, altered, or used in any manner other than as expressly stated in this document. Unauthorized modification or alteration of any portion of this Privacy Policy is strictly prohibited.

11.Contact the Sri Dalada Maligawa

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please do not hesitate to contact:

 

Sri Dalada Maligawa.

Kandy, Sri Lanka.

Email: info@sridaladamaligawa.lk | media@sridaladamaligawa.lk

 

 

Contact

Address

Open hours

Useful Contacts

Administration Office

+94 81 2204867
+94 812234226
+94 812236201 (Fax)

Diyawadana Nilame Office
+94 812204402
+94 812238216 (Fax)
Media and Special Projects Bureau
+94 812205839 +94 812205901 (Fax)
media@sridaladama
ligawa.lk
Local Buddhist Affairs Bureau
+94 812 204402
+94 812238216 (Fax)
Foreign Buddhist Affairs Bureau

+94 812204866

Perahara Office
+94 0815627366 perahera@sridalada
maligawa.lk
Lands Office

+94 812204866

The Pilgrim's Rent House of Sri Dalada Maligawa

+94 812204699

Sri Lanka International Buddhist Academy (SIBA Campus)

+94 0812421693 | info@siba.edu.lk

Police Station of Sri Dalada Maligawa

+94 812225722