Effective Date: June 14, 2025
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church, NY is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us through our website, stjameschurchny.com.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you visit our website:
- Personal Information: such as name, email address, phone number, mailing address, etc., when you voluntarily submit a form (e.g., contact forms, event registrations, newsletter sign-ups, donations).
- Non-Personal Information: such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and usage data through cookies and similar technologies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Communicate with you about events, updates, and ministry opportunities
- Respond to inquiries and prayer requests
- Process donations and send giving receipts
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us understand how visitors use our site and improve its functionality. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
4. Third-Party Services
Our website may link to or integrate with third-party platforms (such as online giving, email newsletters, or livestream services). These services may collect data independently; we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Choices
You may:
- Opt out of email communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link
- Request access to or correction of your personal data
- Request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted here with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church
PO Box 264, New York, NY 10035