PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy for Bay Area Maranatha Christian Center

Bay Area Maranatha Christian Center (referred to as "the Church") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our members, visitors, and online participants. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information.

Information We Collect

Personal Information: When you attend our services, participate in events, or engage with us online, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.

Media: We take photographs and videos during our services and events, which may be shared on our website and social media platforms.

How We Use Your Information

Service Communication: To communicate with you about our services, events, and activities.

Media Sharing: To share photos and videos of our services and events on our website and social media platforms.

Security and Safety: To ensure the security and safety of our members, visitors, and online participants.

SMS Opt-In Details

Bay Area Maranatha Christian Center may send SMS/text messages to members and visitors who have opted in to receive communications. By providing your phone number and consenting to receive text messages, you agree to the following:

Opt-In: You may opt in to receive SMS communications by completing a registration form, texting a keyword to our designated number, or providing verbal or written consent to a church representative.

Message Frequency: Message frequency may vary depending on church activities, events, and announcements.

Message & Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

Opt-Out: You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. After opting out, you will receive a confirmation message and no further SMS will be sent.

Help: For assistance, reply HELP to any message or contact us at [email protected] or +1 408-280-7729.

No Sharing of SMS Consent: Your phone number and SMS opt-in consent will not be shared with or sold to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Cookie & Tracking Practices

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and help us understand how our site is used.

What Are Cookies: Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences and improve site functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use: Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly. Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor behavior so we can improve our website (e.g., Google Analytics). Third-Party Cookies: Some pages may include embedded content (such as YouTube videos or social media plugins) that may set their own cookies.

Your Choices: You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Do Not Track: We respect Do Not Track (DNT) signals and will not track users who have enabled this setting in their browsers.

Information Sharing

No Sale of Information: We do not sell or offer your personal information, including your email address and other contact details, to any third parties.

Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in our operations, such as website hosting and email communication. These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it solely for the services they provide to us.

Mobile Information Sharing Statement

Bay Area Maranatha Christian Center is committed to protecting any information collected through mobile interactions, including SMS/MMS messaging, mobile app usage, and mobile website visits.

No Mobile Data Sold: We do not sell, rent, or share mobile contact information (including phone numbers) with third parties for marketing purposes.

Limited Use: Mobile information collected is used solely for the purpose of delivering church communications, event updates, and pastoral care messages that you have requested or consented to receive.

Secure Handling: All mobile data is stored securely and accessible only to authorized church personnel.

Opt-Out Honored Promptly: Opt-out requests via SMS (replying STOP) are processed immediately, and no further messages will be sent following confirmation.

Carrier Disclaimer: Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Your Rights and Choices

Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving communications from us at any time by contacting us at [email protected].

Media Participation: If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded during our services or events, please inform a church staff member or volunteer.

Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the updated policy will be effective upon posting.

Contact Us

Bay Area Maranatha Christian Center 1811 South 7th Street, San Jose, CA 95112 United States 📞 +1 408-280-7729 ✉️ [email protected]

Thank you for being a part of our church community and trusting us with your personal information.