Privacy Policy

Welcome to the official website of The Episcopal Church of Advent (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us, and this Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit https://www.adventpalmcity.org (the “Site”) or interact with us through any related media channels, mobile websites, or applications.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms outlined below, we kindly ask that you do not access the Site.

1. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted signifies your acceptance of those changes. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal data through the following methods:

a. Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide the following:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Mailing Address
• Demographics (e.g., age, gender, interests)

This occurs when participating in activities such as online contact forms, newsletters, chats, or message boards.

b. Automatically Collected Information (Derivative Data)

Collected via server logs and includes:

• IP Address
• Browser Type
• Operating System
• Access Times
• Referring Web Pages

c. Mobile Device Information

When accessing the Site via mobile:

• Device ID and Type
• Manufacturer Details
• Location Data (with permission)

d. Third-Party Information

If you connect your account with third-party platforms, we may access:

• Social Profile Data
• Public Connections
• Other shared details (with your permission)

3. How We Use Your Information

The data we collect helps us:

• Improve and personalize your experience on our Site
• Communicate updates, news, or changes
• Respond to inquiries or customer service needs
• Process donations or payments
• Prevent fraud and ensure website security
• Send newsletters, promotions, or event updates (with consent)
• Enhance site analytics and performance

4. Sharing Your Information

Your information may be disclosed in the following scenarios:

a. Legal Compliance

To comply with applicable laws, court orders, or protect users from fraud or harm.

b. Service Providers

We partner with trusted third-party providers for:

• Web hosting
• Payment processing
• Marketing support
• Email delivery

c. Marketing and Advertising

With your permission, we may share data with third parties for advertising or promotional efforts.

d. User-Generated Content

Comments or posts you make publicly on our Site may be visible to other users and indexed by search engines.

5. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use:

• Cookies: To enhance site functionality and user experience
• Web Beacons and Pixels: For tracking engagement and marketing performance

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though doing so may limit some functionality.

6. Analytics and Internet-Based Advertising

We may use tools such as:

• Google Analytics
• Facebook Pixel
• Other remarketing platforms

These tools help us understand user behavior, optimize content, and serve relevant ads. You can opt-out via:

• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out

7. Third-Party Websites and Links

Our Site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their individual privacy policies before providing personal data.

8. How We Protect Your Information

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to secure your data. While we strive for the highest standards, no system is completely immune from data breaches.

9. Children’s Privacy

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe we have done so inadvertently, please contact us immediately.

10. Do-Not-Track (DNT) Signals

We currently do not respond to DNT signals due to a lack of standardization. If standards emerge that we are required to follow, we will update this policy accordingly.

11. Your Privacy Options

You may opt-out of:

• Emails or newsletters by following the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us directly
• Third-party marketing by contacting the third party directly

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