PRIVACY POLICY
A legal disclaimer
Macedonia Holiness Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our services online, or make donations through our site.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in several ways, including when you:
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Submit a contact form
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Request prayer or ministry support
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Register for events
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Make an online donation
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Subscribe to church updates
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View livestream services
1.A. Personal Information You May Provide
This may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Donation details (amount, date, transaction reference)
Note: Payment information is processed securely through third-party donation providers. Macedonia Holiness Church does not store your credit/debit card details.
2. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Pages visited
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Time spent on the website
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General location data (not precise)
This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected to:
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Respond to inquiries or prayer requests
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Provide church updates, announcements, or newsletters
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Process online donations
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Improve our website and ministry outreach
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Maintain internal church records
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Ensure website security and prevent fraud We do not sell or rent your personal information.
4. Online Donations
Online donations are voluntary and may be processed through trusted third-party platforms.
Donation information may be shared only as necessary to:
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Complete the transaction
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Provide donation receipts
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Maintain accurate financial records
Donations are generally non-refundable unless otherwise required by law.
5. Livestream Services and Media
Macedonia Holiness Church may livestream worship services and record services for later viewing.
By attending services (in person or online), you acknowledge:
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Your image or voice may be captured in recordings
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Livestream content may be shared publicly for ministry purposes
If you have concerns about being recorded, please contact the church leadership.
6. Sharing of Information
We may share personal information only in limited circumstances, such as:
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With service providers who help operate our website or donation systems
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When required by law or legal process
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To protect the rights, safety, and property of the church and its members
All third-party providers are expected to safeguard your data.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
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Improve functionality
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Understand website traffic
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Enhance user experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information through administrative and technical safeguards.
However, no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure. Use of the website is at your own risk.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
10. Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
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Review the personal data we have about you
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Correct inaccurate information
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Opt out of communications
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Request deletion of certain personal data (where applicable)
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
11. External Links
Our website may include links to external sites such as social media platforms or donation processors.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any changes.