1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, address, or other details when you sign up for events, newsletters, prayer requests, donations, or opt in to receive text messages.
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SMS/Text Messaging Information: When you opt in to receive SMS messages (e.g., by texting a keyword, signing up via our website or forms, or providing your number in person), we collect your mobile phone number and your consent to receive messages.
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Automatically Collected Information: Such as IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data (e.g., pages visited) when you access our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Communicate with you about church events, services, Bible studies, prayer needs, announcements, and other ministry-related matters.
- Send SMS/text messages if you have opted in (message frequency varies; message and data rates may apply).
- Process donations, registrations, or other requests.
- Improve our website and communications.
- Comply with legal obligations.
We do not use your information for unrelated commercial purposes.
3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise share your personal information—including SMS opt-in data or mobile phone numbers—with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.We may share your information only in limited circumstances:
- With trusted service providers (e.g., our SMS messaging platform, email service, or donation processor) who assist us in operating our website and communications. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.
- When required by law, such as in response to a subpoena or government request.
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Riverview Baptist Church, our staff, volunteers, members, or the public.
Your SMS opt-in consent and mobile information are never sold or shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
4. SMS/Text Messaging Specifics
If you opt in to receive SMS messages from Riverview Baptist Church:
- You agree to receive periodic messages related to church activities, events, reminders, and inspirational content.
- Consent is not required as a condition of purchase or to receive goods/services.
- To opt out at any time, reply STOP to any message.
- For help, reply HELP or contact us at the information below.
- You can also opt out by contacting us directly.
We respect your choices and will honor opt-out requests promptly.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information (contact us to request this).
- Opt out of SMS messages (as noted above) or other communications.
- Withdraw consent where applicable (though this may limit our ability to communicate certain information).
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, contact us at:
Spring Creek Baptist Church
2760 Trenton Rd
Clarksville, TN, 37040
office@springcbc.com
By using our website or opting in to SMS messages, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Privacy Policy.