Privacy Policy

At The Potters House Church Preston, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains when and why we collect personal information, how we use it, and how we keep it secure.

 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information about you:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and other details you provide through our website (e.g., when signing up for newsletters or events).

• Technical Information: Information collected automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behaviour.

• Cookies: We may use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the personal information we collect to:

• Communicate with you about church events, activities, and updates.

• Process donations or financial contributions you make through the website.

• Provide pastoral care or respond to your inquiries.

• Improve the functionality of our website.

• Comply with legal obligations.

 

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not share your personal information with third parties except:

• Where it is necessary to fulfill a service (e.g., payment processors for donations).

• If required by law (e.g., to comply with a legal obligation or protect our rights).

• With trusted service providers who support the operations of our church (e.g., email services, website hosting).

 

4. How We Store Your Information

We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure.

 

5. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• To access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you.

• To restrict or object to the processing of your personal information.

• To withdraw your consent at any time if we are relying on consent to process your information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Email Address].

 

6. Retention of Information

We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

 

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, so please review it periodically.

 

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:

 

The Potters House Church Southend
11 Coleman Street SS2 5AW
0758 5713 634