Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Westview Baptist Church (“Church”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), we are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This privacy policy (the “Privacy Policy” or “Policy”) describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, mobile applications, and other services (collectively, the “Sites”).

While the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) is a significant regulation for churches with international reach, this policy reflects our dedication to protecting the privacy of our members, visitors, and other individuals we interact with, regardless of jurisdiction.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at welcome@westviewbaptistchurch.net.

Policy Provisions

1. What Information is Collected?A. Personal Information You Provide
   We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
   • Register for events or services.
   • Subscribe to our communications (e.g., newsletters).
   • Contact us through our website or mobile app.
   The types of personal information we collect may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you choose to share.
2. B. Information Automatically Collected
   When you visit our Sites, we may automatically collect some technical information about your device, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior. This information helps us maintain the security and functionality of our Sites and perform analytics to improve our services.C. Mobile App Information
   If you use our mobile app, we may request access to certain features on your mobile device, such as location, camera, or contacts, but only if necessary for providing certain services (e.g., event check-ins or sharing media). You can manage permissions in your device’s settings.
3. How Is Your Information Used? We process your personal information based on legitimate church activities and your consent, as needed. Specific uses of your information include:
   • Communicating important updates, announcements, and events.
   • Managing donations, event registrations, and ministry activities.
   • Improving our online services and website.
   • Providing user support or responding to your inquiries.
4. Will We Share Your Information? We will not share your personal information with third parties except in the following situations:
   • Compliance with Law: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
   • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors or email platforms) that help us carry out certain functions.
   • With Your Consent: In all other cases, we will seek your consent before sharing your information.
5. Do We Use Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies? Yes, we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our Sites. These technologies help us understand user behavior and deliver tailored content.
6. How Long Do We Store Your Information? We only retain personal information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law. Once your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
7. How Do We Keep Your Information Safe? We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.
8. Children’s Privacy We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent. If we discover such information has been collected, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians may contact us at welcome@westviewbaptistchurch.net to address concerns.
9. What Are Your Privacy Rights? Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:
   • Access, update, or delete your personal information.
   • Opt out of marketing communications.
   • Object to the processing of your information.
   To exercise your rights, please contact us at welcome@westviewbaptistchurch.net.
10. Policy Updates We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be communicated via email or through our website. Your continued use of our Sites after such updates indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or comments about this policy, please contact us at:
Westview Baptist Church
2140 Stephens Rd, Warren, MI 48091
welcome@westviewbaptistchurch.net
‪(586) 210-0445‬