Privacy Policy of the Thousand Oaks Seventh-day Adventist Church

Privacy Policy of the Thousand Oaks Seventh-day Adventist Church

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Thousand Oaks Seventh-day Adventist Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website, https://www.tosda.com. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:

  • Personal Information: Such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily submit via contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, online giving, or event registrations.
  • Non-Personal Information: Such as browser type, IP address, device type, and usage data collected automatically through cookies or similar technologies.
  1. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate with you about church services, events, or updates.
  • Process your donations or event registrations.
  • Improve our website functionality and user experience.
  • Respond to your inquiries or prayer requests.
  1. Text Messaging and Consent

If you opt in to receive text messages from us:

  • We may send you reminders, updates, or important church-related information via SMS.
  • All text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties.
  • You may opt out at any time by following the instructions provided in the message.
  1. Sharing of Information
  • We do not share your personal information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
  • We may share information with trusted service providers solely for the purpose of operating our website or managing church communications (e.g., email platforms or donation processors), and only under confidentiality obligations.
  • We may disclose information if required by law, to protect our legal rights, or in response to lawful requests by public authorities.
  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly.

  1. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without such consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

  1. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and security of your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information.

  1. Your Choices

You may opt out of receiving communications from us at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly. You may also request to access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at the address below.

  1. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the information in the “contact us” part of the church website.