ASBURY-ST. JAMES
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Privacy Policy for Asbury-Sy. James United Methodist Church

Effective Date: June 14, 2023

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At Asbury-St. James United Methodist Church, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect when you visit our website, how we use and safeguard that information, and your rights regarding your personal data. By accessing or using our website, you consent to the terms and practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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Information We Collect:
When you fill out forms on our website or communicate with us, we may collect personal information that you provide voluntarily, such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details. Additionally, we may automatically collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, and device information when you interact with our website.

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Use of Information:
We use the collected information for the following purposes:

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To provide and improve our services, including responding to your inquiries or requests.
To communicate with you about church-related updates, events, and activities that may be of interest to you.
To analyze and improve the functionality and performance of our website.
To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, property, or safety of our church, its members, or others.

Data Sharing:
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or providing services to you. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for our specified purposes.
We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to a valid legal request.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather information about how you use our site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

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Data Security:
We take reasonable measures to protect the personal information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

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Links to Third-Party Websites:
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled or operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing any personal information.

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Children's Privacy:
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information about a child, please contact us, and we will promptly delete it.

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Your Rights:
You have the right to access, update, and request the deletion of your personal information held by us. If you want to exercise these rights or have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us using the information below.

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Changes to this Privacy Policy:
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any material changes will be communicated to you through our website or other appropriate means. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

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Contact Us:
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about our Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

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Asbury-Sy. James United Methodist Church
Address: 754 Rutledge Ave
Charleston, SC, 29403
Email: info@asjumc.org
Phone: (843) 722-2826

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By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms and practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date indicated at the beginning of this document.

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