Privacy policy.

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Lutheran Church of the Foothills (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms (e.g., contact forms, prayer requests, or newsletter sign-ups), we may collect your name, email address, phone number, or other personal details.

• Donation Information: If you make an online donation, we collect the necessary payment details securely through a third-party processor.

• Usage Data: We may collect non-personal information such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited to improve our Site’s performance through tools like Google Analytics.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries or prayer requests.

• Process donations securely and provide receipts.

• Share updates through newsletters or other communications (if you have opted in).

• Monitor and improve the functionality of the Site.

How We Protect Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

• To comply with legal obligations.

• To trusted service providers (e.g., donation processors) necessary for site functionality.

Cookies

Our Site may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand how visitors interact with the Site. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Your Rights

You may contact us at any time to:

• Request access to or correction of your personal data.

• Opt-out of receiving communications from us.

• Request the deletion of your data, subject to legal or operational requirements.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to external websites or services (e.g., YouTube, social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most current version will be posted on this page, with the effective date updated accordingly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us.