​Effective Date: December 30, 2024

 

Birthright Israel International (Taglit), Birthright Israel North America, and their related entities and affiliates (collectively, “Birthright Israel,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) are committed to protecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, process, transfer, and disclose information when you:

• Use a Birthright Israel website or mobile application (collectively, the “Sites”)

• Access third-party websites linked from the Sites

• Communicate with us via online forms, email, phone, or mail

• Register for or participate in Birthright Israel trips or other programs

By accessing or using the Sites or engaging with us through any of the methods above, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Policy.
If you do not agree with this Policy, do not use the Sites or engage with us, as we will be unable to provide services to you.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

1.1.1 Registration, Applications, and Communications

When you register, apply for a trip or program, subscribe to communications, or contact us, you may be asked to provide personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

• Full name

• Date of birth

• Passport information

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Mailing address

• Parent/guardian contact details

• Background and religious affiliation

• Health information relevant to trip participation

This information is collectively referred to as “Personal Information.”
By providing it, you consent to its collection, use, processing, storage, and disclosure in accordance with this Policy.

1.1.2 Registration via Social Media

You may register using credentials from a social media platform (a “Social Site”, such as Facebook).
When you do so:

• We may receive Personal Information from that Social Site

• The Social Site may track your interaction with our Sites

• You may still need to provide additional required information

By registering through a Social Site, you consent to this data transfer and processing.

1.1.3 Payments and Deposits

If a deposit or payment is required, you will be redirected to a third-party payment processor.

• Birthright Israel does not collect or store full credit card details

• Payment processors collect Credit Card Information directly

• By submitting payment, you consent to the processing of this information by the payment processor

1.1.4 Information Shared with Trip Organizers

If you participate in a trip or program, you may share information directly with a Trip Organizer.
Such information is governed by the Trip Organizer’s own privacy policies, and Birthright Israel is not responsible for their data practices.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Sites, we automatically collect Automatically Collected Personal Information, including:

• IP address

• Device and browser details

• Operating system and language

• Pages viewed, time spent, clicks, and browsing behavior

• Dates and times of access

This information helps us operate, improve, and personalize the Sites.

1.3 Cookies, Pixels, and Similar Technologies

1.3.1 Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device to enhance functionality and user experience.

Types of cookies used:

• Session cookies

• Persistent cookies

• First-party cookies

• Third-party cookies

• Social media cookies

We do not control cookies placed by third parties.

1.3.2 Pixels

Pixels are invisible tracking graphics used to measure engagement and site performance.
They may be placed by advertising or analytics providers.

1.4 Advertising and Analytics Providers

1.4.1 Advertising Providers

We use third-party advertising providers to:

• Serve relevant ads

• Measure campaign effectiveness

• Customize content

These providers may collect pseudonymous identifiers such as IP address or hashed email.

Opt-out information is available at:
http://optout.aboutads.info/#!/

1.4.2 Analytics Providers

Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) collect aggregated usage data such as:

• Pages visited

• Time spent

• Device and browser type

We do not link analytics data to your Personal Information.

2. How We Use Information

We may use Personal Information, Automatically Collected Information, and Transaction Information to:

1. Administer trips and programs

2. Operate and improve the Sites

3. Provide customer support

4. Conduct research and analytics

5. Communicate with you

6. Prevent fraud and ensure security

7. Comply with legal obligations

8. Enforce policies and agreements

2.1 Communications

• Service-related communications cannot be opted out of

• Marketing communications may be opted out of via unsubscribe links

2.2 Transaction Support

We receive limited transaction details (e.g., amount, date, last four digits of card) solely for confirmation and support purposes.

2.3 Data Retention

We may retain information indefinitely or as required by law.

2.4 International Data Transfers

Your information may be stored or processed in Israel, the United States, or other countries.

2.5 Information Sharing

We may share information with:

• Affiliated entities and Trip Organizers

• Advertising and analytics providers

• Service providers (e.g., airlines)

• Legal authorities when required

We do not sell or rent Personal Information.

3. Online Tracking & Your Choices

You may control cookies through:

• Browser settings

• Clearing cookies

• Mobile advertising preferences

We do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals.

4. Information Security

We use reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards.
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

5. Children

• Sites are not intended for children under 16

• We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13

6. California Privacy Rights

Includes:

• Shine the Light requests

• Rights of California minors

7. Data Protection Law Residents (GDPR-Style Rights)

If applicable, you may have rights to:

• Access

• Rectification

• Erasure

• Restriction

• Portability

• Withdraw consent

Requests may be submitted via the contact details below.

8. Online Session Recordings

Online sessions may be recorded for internal use only.
Participants may opt out by disabling camera and microphone.

9. Managing Your Information

You may request access, corrections, or deletions by contacting us at:

Email: privacy@taglitbri.com
Mail:
Birthright Israel North America
P.O. Box 21615
New York, NY 10087-1615

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Policy periodically.
Changes will be reflected by the updated effective date.

11. Privacy Questions

For questions or concerns, contact:
privacy@taglitbri.com