Privacy Policy

Introduction

Bethel Prayer Ministry ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Church affiliation and location
• Prayer requests and testimonies
• Event registrations and donations
• Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website information
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Processing donations and event registrations
• Sending newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Responding to your inquiries and prayer requests
• Improving our website and user experience
• Analyzing website usage and trends
• Ensuring security and preventing fraud

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Session management and security
• User authentication and preferences
• Form submission and validation

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Page views and navigation patterns
• Popular content and features
• Website performance and errors

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be used for personalized content and advertising:

• Personalized recommendations
• Social media integration
• Targeted communications (with consent)

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
• Service providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Church network: With other Bethel churches for coordination and ministry purposes (with appropriate safeguards)

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for marketing communications

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: