PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

We collect personal information you choose to share with us, including but not limited to:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Event registrations, prayer requests, or form submissions
• Communication preferences

This information is typically provided when you register for events, sign up for communications, give donations, or contact the Church.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our websites or use our digital services, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device and operating system information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Cookie and usage data

This information helps us understand how our services are used and improve user experience.

C. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember preferences
• Improve site functionality
• Analyze site traffic and engagement

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Communicate with you regarding church activities, events, and resources
• Deliver services and content you request
• Manage registrations, donations, and participation
• Improve our websites, apps, and ministry effectiveness
• Maintain security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information for commercial marketing purposes.

3. Communications

By providing your contact information, you may receive communications via:

• Email
• SMS or MMS
• Push notifications (if applicable)

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time using unsubscribe links or by contacting us directly.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in limited circumstances:

• With trusted service providers (e.g., church and preschool management systems, payment processors, messaging platforms) solely to support church operations
• When required by law, legal process, or government request
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of the Church, Preschool, or others
• With your explicit consent

All service providers are expected to safeguard information and use it only for authorized purposes.

5. Children & Minors

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (or under 18 where applicable) without parental or guardian consent. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access is limited to authorized personnel who need the information to perform ministry or operational responsibilities.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill ministry, operational, or legal purposes. When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request corrections or updates
• Request deletion of certain data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent for communications

Requests can be submitted using the contact information below.

9. Third-Party Links

Our websites may contain links to third-party websites or services. This policy applies only to Church-owned platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any updates.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Harbor Trinity Church & Preschool
1230 Baker St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
info@harbortrinity.org