(Effective Date: March 2025)
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website(s). By using our website(s), you agree to the terms outlined below.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other details voluntarily provided via forms, event registrations, or donations.
• Transaction Data: If donations or purchases are made, we may collect payment-related details (processed securely through third-party providers).
• Automated Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior, collected through cookies and analytics tools.
• Social Media & Third-Party Data: If interacting with our website via social media, data may be collected in accordance with the third-party platform’s privacy policy.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
• To provide church-related services, events, and communications.
• To process donations, event registrations, or product purchases securely.
• To send updates, newsletters, or marketing (only if opted-in).
• To analyze website traffic and improve user experience.
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. Payment Processing & Donations
We do not process financial transactions directly. Donations and payments made on this website are securely handled by third-party payment processors such as [Insert Provider: Stripe, PayPal, Tithely, Subsplash, etc.]. These providers are responsible for securing and processing your financial data under PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance.
We do not store or retain your payment details. Please review the privacy policies of our payment processors for more information on their security practices.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our websites use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Third-Party Services & Links
We may use third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, email marketing platforms, social media integrations) that collect and process your data under their own privacy policies.
Our website may also contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
7. Data Retention Policy
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.
If you wish to request the deletion of your data, please refer to Section 9: Your Rights & Choices.
8. State-Specific Privacy Rights
Residents of certain U.S. states, such as California, Colorado, Virginia, and Connecticut, may have additional rights regarding their personal data, including:
• The right to access, correct, or delete your data.
• The right to opt out of certain data-sharing activities.
• The right to request details about how your data is processed.
To exercise these rights, please refer to Section 9: Your Rights & Choices.
9. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
• Request access to your data.
• Request corrections or deletion of your data.
• Opt-out of marketing communications.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please reach out to us via any email, phone, or other contact method provided on this website.
10. Security Measures
We implement security measures, including Cloudflare’s firewall and Cloudways’ server protection, to safeguard your data. However, no online transmission is 100% secure.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us for removal.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on this page.
13. Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries, please reach out to us via any of the contact methods provided on this website.
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