Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15.09.2025

Barkai ("the Organization", "we") respects the privacy of users of the israelrabbis.org website ("the Website"). This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, to whom it may be disclosed, and what your rights are. This policy is written in masculine form for convenience but refers to all genders equally.

Quick Summary

  • We collect information you provide (such as contact details) and technical data generated during your use of the Website (such as IP address and Cookies).
  • We use the data to operate the Website, respond to inquiries, improve our services, and comply with legal obligations.
  • We may share information with service providers who assist us in operating the Website (such as hosting and analytics) only as needed.
  • You have the right to access, update, and request deletion of your personal data, and to opt out of direct marketing.
  • You can contact us for any questions at office@israelrabbis.org.

What Data We Collect

Data You Provide Directly

  • Contact details: name, email address, phone number, and message content — for example through contact forms, newsletter registration, event registration, or donations.
  • Payment/Donation information: amount, payment method, and transaction IDs (processing is usually done via an external payment processor; we do not store full card details on our servers).

Data Collected Automatically

  • Usage and device data: browser, operating system, IP address, pages viewed, date/time, referrers, and Cookies or similar technologies.
  • Statistical and security data: logs used to monitor errors, security, and performance.

Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing

  • Operating and improving the Website and services – our legitimate interest in providing a reliable and secure experience.
  • Responding to inquiries and updating users – to fulfill your requests and/or our legitimate interest in quality service.
  • Direct marketing (such as newsletters) – based on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
  • Legal compliance – including maintaining donation records, responding to authorities, and keeping required data.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Website may use Cookies and pixels for essential (operational) purposes, usage analysis (analytics), and personalization. You can manage your Cookie preferences through your browser settings. If you choose to block certain Cookies, parts of the Website may not function properly.

Sharing Data with Third Parties

  • Service providers (data processors): hosting, maintenance, security, mailing, online forms, payment processing, and analytics – all under confidentiality and privacy agreements.
  • Legal entities and authorities: when required by law, to protect our rights, prevent fraud, or enforce our terms of use.
  • International transfers: data may be processed on servers outside Israel. In such cases, we will take reasonable steps to ensure adequate protection.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law (e.g., donation/invoice records). After this period, the data will be deleted or anonymized by reasonable means.

Data Security

We implement reasonable organizational, technical, and physical safeguards to protect data. No system is completely secure; if we become aware of a security incident that may affect you, we will act according to applicable law.

Your Rights

  • The right to access your personal data and receive a copy, subject to the law.
  • The right to request correction of inaccurate or outdated data.
  • The right to request deletion of your data when it is no longer legally required.
  • The right to object to the use of your data for direct marketing and to withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us at office@israelrabbis.org. We may ask for identity verification and will respond within the time period required by law.

Third-Party Websites

The Website may include links or embedded content from third-party websites or services (e.g., videos, social media). We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and you should review their privacy policies.

Minors

Our services are not intended for children under 18 without parental/guardian consent. If we learn that we collected data about a minor in violation of this policy, we will delete it.

Policy Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will be posted on the Website with the "last updated" date above. Continued use of the Website after changes means you agree to the updated policy.

Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or requests: office@israelrabbis.org.