This policy applies to the website of The Orthodox Philanthropic Society - Jaffa (hereinafter: “the Society”, “we”). We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Protection Law, 5741-1981 and its amendments, including Amendment 13 in force since 14 August 2025.
1. Who is responsible for the information?
Data Controller:
The Orthodox Philanthropic Society - Jaffa
Ibn Rushd 12, Jaffa, Israel
Phone: 03-6823304
Email: ops_jaffa@bezeqint.net
Privacy officer / contact: For privacy-related inquiries, please write to the email above with the subject line: “Privacy”.
2. What information do we collect?
- Contact information: Name, email address, phone number, and message content — when you use the “Contact us” form.
- Technical information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages you visit, and time of visit — collected automatically for operations and security.
- Cookies: Cookies necessary to run the site and save preferences, which may include accessibility tools (such as OneTap).
- Google Analytics (GA4): We use Google Analytics to measure and improve site visits. Aggregated data (such as pages you visit, device type, and approximate location) is collected via cookies. Measurement ID: G-V0S05XMCSE. For more information see Google Privacy Policy. You can disable tracking via Google Analytics opt-out add-on.
- Google Search Console: A technical tool that helps us index the site in Google Search — it does not display personal data to visitors.
- External links: When you click Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, or live-stream links, you are subject to those platforms’ privacy policies.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive information (such as health data or detailed religious data) via the site. We do not request information from minors without parental consent when that is required.
3. Why do we use the information?
- To respond to your inquiries and contact requests.
- To operate, improve, and secure the site.
- To comply with legal requirements in Israel.
- To send updates or replies related to your request — only if you have given explicit consent or it is necessary to reply to your message.
4. Legal basis for processing
Under Israeli law, processing of information is based on:
- Your consent — when you submit the contact form or accept non-essential cookies.
- Legitimate interests — to operate the site, prevent fraud, protect our systems, and measure performance via Google Analytics.
- Legal obligation — when the law requires us to retain or provide information.
Providing certain information (such as an email address on the contact form) necessary is required to respond to your request. Without it we may be unable to process your message.
5. With whom do we share information?
- Hosting and infrastructure provider (uPress / the site provider) — to operate the site.
- Contact-form provider (WPForms) — to receive your messages.
- Google — Google Analytics and Search Console (aggregated usage data and site indexing).
- Social media platforms — when you go to them via links on the site.
- Legal authorities — when there is a legal obligation or court order.
We do not sell your personal information. We do not share it with third parties for marketing purposes without your consent.
6. Transfer of information outside Israel
We seek to host data in Israel. If you go to external sites or services (such as Facebook, Instagram, or Google), your information may be processed outside Israel under those parties’ policies.
7. How long we retain information
- Contact messages: Up to 24 months from the date of receipt, unless the law requires a longer period or you request deletion sooner.
- Server logs: Up to 12 months.
- Cookies: Depending on the type of each cookie — from the browser session up to 12 months.
8. Your rights
Under the Israeli Protection of Privacy Law, you have the right to:
- Access the information we hold about you.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Delete your information — in cases permitted by law.
- Withdraw consent — when processing is based on consent.
- Lodge a complaint to Privacy Protection Authority in Israel.
To exercise your rights, write to us at: ops_jaffa@bezeqint.net. We will reply within 30 days at most, unless the law provides a different period.
9. Cookies
We use:
- Necessary: to operate the site and for security (they cannot be disabled without affecting how the site works).
- Functional: to save your preferences (such as accessibility settings).
- Analytical: Google Analytics (GA4) to measure visits and improve the site. They can be disabled via browser settings or the Google Analytics opt-out add-on.
10. Information security
We apply reasonable security measures to protect information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) where possible, limited access permissions, and backups.
In the event of a security incident that may affect your privacy, we will take the steps required by law, including notifying the competent authority and/or those affected where appropriate.
11. Links to other sites
Our site may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for those sites’ privacy practices. We recommend that you read their privacy policies.
12. Facebook / Meta and page sync
Our site may connect to Meta (Facebook) services, including Facebook Login and syncing the Society’s page. When you use these features, Meta may share limited information with us (such as name, email, user ID, and page content needed for sync). We use this information only to operate the integration, publish synced content, and respond to your requests.
We do not sell data derived from Facebook. You can revoke the app’s permission from Facebook Settings → Apps and Websites, and request deletion of data via p-habash@smile.net.il or page Data deletion instructions. Meta’s privacy policy applies to data processed on its platforms: facebook.com/policy.php.
13. Updates to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will publish the updated version on this page with a “Last updated” date. We recommend that you review it periodically.
14. English version
An English version of this policy is available. In the event of a conflict, the Arabic version prevails for Arabic-speaking users.
Note: This policy has been prepared in line with the general requirements of the Israeli Protection of Privacy Law (including Amendment 13). It is advisable to have it reviewed by legal counsel before relying on it as final.