Restored Church Toronto

Privacy Policy for Restored Church Toronto

Effective Date: December 24, 2024

Restored Church Toronto (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with us through our website, events, communications, and other services. By engaging with Restored Church Toronto (whether in-person, online, or through other means), you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address when you sign up for newsletters, events, or outreach programs.
  • Voluntary Contributions: when you donate or contribute to the church, including financial information (though payments are handled via secure third-party platforms).
  • Event Registration: information related to church services, community groups, and special events, such as your attendance, registration, and preferences.
  • Usage Data: when you interact with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, device identifiers, and browsing activity (via cookies and other tracking technologies).

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

  • Communication: To send newsletters, updates, event invitations, and general communications about church services, programs, and outreach.
  • Event Management: To process your registrations for church events and activities, including group meetings, volunteer opportunities, and special church services.
  • Donations: To manage your donations, receipts, and any financial contributions you make to the church.
  • Improvement of Services: To better understand your preferences and enhance the experience we offer through services, events, and online presence.
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, including reporting requirements for charitable organizations.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of your personal data. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Data Encryption: We use encryption to protect personal data during transmission (e.g., via HTTPS on our website).
  • Access Control: Only authorized church staff and volunteers have access to personal data, and this access is granted based on necessity.
  • Third-Party Security: When using third-party services (such as email platforms or donation processing), we ensure that these services comply with data protection regulations and use appropriate safeguards.

4. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer necessary, your personal information will be securely deleted or anonymized.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following cases:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your personal data with trusted third-party service providers that help us operate our website, process donations, or manage events. These providers are contractually obligated to safeguard your data and only use it for the purposes for which it was provided.
  • Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal processes.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request corrections to any inaccuracies in your personal data.
  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal or contractual obligations.
  • Opt-Out of Communications: You can unsubscribe from our email lists at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any of our emails or by contacting us directly at [email protected].
  • Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve our services.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may impact your experience on our website.

8. Children's Privacy

Restored Church Toronto does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If you are under 13, please do not submit any personal information to us. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

9. Changes To This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Restored Church Toronto
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://rctoronto.org
Mail: P.O. Box 47506, Don Mills, ON M3C 3S7

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