Effective Date: September 15, 2025
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, www.stablans-bexley.org. By using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our Website:
a. Personal Information You Provide
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., through contact forms, event registrations, or newsletter sign-ups).
- Payment information (e.g., for donations or event fees).
- Any other information you voluntarily provide.
b. Automatically Collected Information
- IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Website usage data, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and links clicked (via cookies or analytics tools).
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. For more information, see the “Cookies” section below.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To communicate with you (e.g., respond to inquiries, send newsletters, or provide updates about church events).
- To process donations or payments securely.
- To improve our Website and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us with website hosting, payment processing, email communication, or analytics.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our legal rights.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to improve your browsing experience. We use cookies to:
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
- Remember your preferences (e.g., language settings).
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access, update, or delete your personal data.
- Withdraw consent for data processing (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).
- File a complaint with a data protection authority.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at admin@stalbans-bexley.org
7. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms or donation processors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church
333 S Drexel AveColumbus, OH 43209-2139
admin@stalbans-bexley.org
(614) 253-8549