Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2025-05-30
Last Updated: 2025-05-30

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and respect. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other personal information you choose to share when submitting the contact form.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Website Usage: Pages visited, time spent on site, and general navigation patterns
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and referring website
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve website functionality

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and prayer requests
  • Maintain church records for pastoral care and ministry purposes

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our website (such as email services or donation processors)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect the safety of our community
  • Church Leadership: Prayer requests and pastoral care information may be shared with appropriate church staff and leadership

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Secure website hosting
  • Encrypted data transmission for sensitive information
  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
  • Correct: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to our legitimate ministry needs)
  • Unsubscribe: Opt out of email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link
  • Limit Use: Request that we limit how we use your information

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze website traffic and usage
  • Improve user experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though this may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Modified" date. Significant changes will be communicated through our regular communication channels.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Mount Hope Church
PO Box 1092
Bristol, RI 02809
Email: MHCBristol@gmail.com
Website: https://mthopechurch.org/