Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Bishviley (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information Provided by You

We may collect:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Date of birth

  • Application responses

  • Emergency contacts

  • Health or dietary restrictions (only when required for trips)

  • Payment information (processed by secure third-party providers; we do not store card numbers)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website or interact with our services, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Basic analytics data

We use this data to improve our website and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes including:

  • Processing applications

  • Enrolling you in programs

  • Providing mentorship and educational content

  • Planning travel and logistics

  • Communicating updates, schedules, and program changes

  • Ensuring safety during Israel trips

  • Improving our website and services

  • Processing payments through third-party providers

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information with:

  • Israel trip vendors (e.g., hotels, tour operators)

  • Payment processors

  • Emergency responders (if necessary)

  • Program staff and mentors

  • Technology providers (email systems, website hosting, CRM tools)

All partners are required to protect your data.

4. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to safeguard your data, including:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)

  • Secure storage systems

  • Limited staff access

  • Regular security practices

No system is 100% secure, but we strive to protect your information to the highest reasonable standard.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion (where legally allowable)

  • Opt out of communications

  • Limit certain uses of your data

To exercise your rights, contact privacy@bishviley.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as needed for:

  • Program participation

  • Legal obligations

  • Record-keeping and safety requirements

Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.

7. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Improve site functionality

  • Analyze website performance

  • Remember user preferences

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.
For participants under 18, all required health and travel information must be provided or approved by a parent/guardian.

9. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Updated versions will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

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