PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: August 19, 2025
Last Updated: August 10, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the official website of Yazath Perera and the Liberal Democrats of Sri Lanka (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://yazath.com (the “Website”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
  • Contact us through contact forms
  • Participate in political campaigns or events
  • Make donations or contributions
  • Register for events or activities
  • Leave comments or engage with our content

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
  • Demographic information (age, occupation, location)
  • Political preferences and interests
  • Donation history and financial information (processed through secure third-party payment processors)
2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activities, including:

  • IP address and geographic location
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website
  • Date and time of visit
  • Device type and screen resolution
2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. These may include:

  • Essential cookies for website functionality
  • Analytics cookies to understand website usage
  • Preference cookies to remember your settings
  • Marketing cookies for targeted content (with your consent)

 3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Primary Purposes
  • To provide you with information about our political platform and activities
  • To process donations and maintain donor records
  • To communicate with supporters and potential voters
  • To organize and promote political events and campaigns
  • To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
3.2 Secondary Purposes
  • To analyze website usage and improve user experience
  • To send newsletters and political updates (with your consent)
  • To conduct research and surveys related to political issues
  • To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • To protect against fraud and ensure website security

4. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Website hosting and maintenance
  • Email marketing and communication services
  • Payment processing for donations
  • Analytics and website optimization
  • Event management and registration
4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Court orders or legal proceedings
  • Government requests or investigations
  • Protection of our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevention of illegal activities or fraud

 4.3 Political Activities

In accordance with election laws and regulations, we may be required to disclose donor information to:

  • Election commissions and regulatory bodies
  • Government agencies as required by campaign finance laws
  • Public records as mandated by transparency requirements
4.4 No Sale of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

5. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against:

  • Unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction
  • Accidental loss or damage
  • Unlawful or inappropriate use

Security measures include:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and databases
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

6. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
  • Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
  • Maintain accurate records for political accountability

Specific retention periods:

  • Contact information: Until you request removal or 7 years after last contact
  • Donation records: As required by election laws (typically 7 years)
  • Website analytics: 24 months
    Email subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe

7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

7.1 Access and Portability
  • Request access to your personal information
  • Receive a copy of your data in a portable format

7.2 Correction and Updates

  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Update your preferences and contact details
7.3 Deletion and Restriction
  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
7.4 Communication Preferences
  • Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Opt-out of non-essential cookies
  • Modify your communication preferences

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10.

 8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

As a Sri Lankan political organization, our primary data processing occurs within Sri Lanka. However, some of our service providers may be located internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international data transfers.

 9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

10. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Yazath Perera – Liberal Democrats of Sri Lanka
Email: yazath@outlook.com
Website: https://yazath.com

11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our Website
  • Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
  • Sending email notifications for significant changes (where applicable)

Your continued use of our Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. GOVERNING LAW

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Sri Lanka. Any disputes arising from this policy will be subject to the jurisdiction of Sri Lankan courts.
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This Privacy Policy demonstrates our commitment to transparency and accountability in our data practices as we work toward building a more democratic and prosperous Sri Lanka.