Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Benton Christian Community Church respects your privacy regarding any information we may collect from you through our website, online giving platforms, and other digital services we own and operate.
 

1. Information We Collect
   When you visit our website, our servers may automatically collect standard information provided by your web browser. This may include your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, pages visited, date and time of your visit, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data.
    

We may also collect information about the device you use to access our website, including device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, device settings, and general location data. What is collected depends on your device and software settings.
 

We may request personal information, including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, payment or donation information, prayer requests, and other information voluntarily submitted through forms or sign-ups. You may choose not to provide personal information, but doing so may limit your ability to use certain features of the website or participate in specific communications or ministries.
 

1. Legal Basis for Processing
   We process personal information lawfully, fairly, and transparently. We collect and use personal information only when we have a valid reason to do so, including fulfilling requests you make, supporting legitimate church operations, communicating ministry-related information, complying with legal obligations, or with your consent for specific purposes. Where consent is required, you may withdraw your consent at any time.
    

2. How We Use Information
   We may collect, hold, use, and disclose information for purposes including enabling access to and use of our website, processing donations or purchases, communicating about church services, ministries, and events, responding to prayer requests or inquiries, maintaining internal records, improving our digital services, and complying with legal or financial requirements. Personal information will not be used for purposes incompatible with these uses.
    

3. Sharing of Information
   We may share personal information with trusted third-party service providers only as necessary to operate the church and its digital services. This may include website hosting providers, online donation or payment processors, email communication platforms, and professional advisors such as accountants or legal counsel. We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties. Information may also be disclosed where required by law.
    

4. International Data Processing
   Personal information is primarily stored and processed in the United States. Some third-party service providers may process data in other countries. By providing personal information, you acknowledge and consent to this processing, understanding that data protection laws may differ between jurisdictions.
    

5. Your Rights
   You may request access to the personal information we hold about you, request corrections to inaccurate or outdated information, request deletion of your personal information where appropriate, or opt out of non-essential communications. If you are under the age of 16, parental or guardian consent is required to submit personal information through this website. Requests may be made using the contact information listed below.
    

6. Cookies
   Our website uses cookies to help improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the website may not function properly as a result.
    

7. Data Security and Retention
   We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Personal information is retained only as long as necessary for ministry, administrative, or legal purposes.
    

8. External Links
   Our website may include links to external websites not operated by Benton Christian Community Church. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
    

9. Policy Updates
   This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
    

Contact Information
Benton Christian Community Church
Data Steward: Church Leadership
Email: bentonsecretary@gmail.com

Effective date: Janueary 1, 2025