Effective Date: 03/01/2025
Last Updated: 03/04/2025
Freely Given Ministry (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our visitors, donors, and partners. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when interacting with our website, services, and programs.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website or engage with our ministry:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and donation details.
- Payment Information: If you donate, we collect payment details (such as credit card information), which our third-party payment processor securely processes.
- **Non-Personal Information:** This includes browser type, IP address, device information, and statistics on website usage.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies to enhance user experience and track website activity.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process donations and provide donation receipts.
- Send newsletters, ministry updates, and fundraising campaigns (if opted in).
- Respond to inquiries, prayer requests, or support messages.
- Improve website functionality and analyze website traffic.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting with payment processing, email communications, and website management.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law, to protect our rights or to prevent fraud or security breaches.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no online data transmission or storage is entirely secure. By using our website, you acknowledge and accept these risks.
5. Your Rights and Choices
- You may opt out of receiving promotional emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
- You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.
- You can turn off cookies through your browser settings.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.
7. Children’s Privacy
You must be at least 13 to access our website and services. We are committed to maintaining a safe online environment and do not intentionally collect personal information from minors without explicit parental consent.
8. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Check this page for updates, including a new “Effective Date.”
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please get in touch with us at:
Freely Given Ministry