Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 17, 2025
Grace Baptist Church (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, visitors, and online community. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us through our website, events, and ministries.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other details you voluntarily provide (e.g., when filling out contact forms, registering for events, or making donations).

• Donation Information: If you give online, we may collect necessary payment details through secure third-party processors. We do not store sensitive financial information such as credit card numbers.

• Usage Information: Information about how you use our website (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages visited) through cookies or similar technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:

• Communicate with you about church events, services, and ministries.

• Process donations and provide giving statements.

• Respond to inquiries or prayer requests.

• Improve our website and outreach efforts.

• Comply with legal obligations.

3. How We Share Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited information only when:

• Required by law or legal process.

• Working with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., donation platforms, email services) who assist in our ministry operations.

• You give explicit consent.

4. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.
6. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we discover such information has been provided, we will promptly delete it.
7. Your Rights
You may request to:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information.

• Opt out of church emails or communications.

• Request deletion of your data where applicable.

8. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their policies.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Grace Baptist Church
1208 E Walker Ave, Douglas, GA 31533
info@gracebaptistdouglas.com