Last Updated: January 10, 2025
Thank you for visiting Granbury First United Methodist Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website [www.fumcgranbury.org] (the “Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the Website.
Information We Collect
We may collect various types of information when you interact with our Website:
- Personal Information: When you fill out contact forms, subscribe to our newsletters, or engage in other activities on our Website, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, postal address, and phone number.
- Usage Information: We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our Website. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates and times of your interactions.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website and to collect usage information. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more information.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the collected information for various purposes, including:
- Providing and improving our services
- Responding to your inquiries and requests
- Sending you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials
- Analyzing and optimizing Website performance
- Detecting and preventing fraud and security breaches
Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described below:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website and providing services to you (e.g., hosting, analytics).
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information in response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
- Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Your Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Rectification: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if necessary.
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the instructions provided in our communications.
- Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access and disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as completely secure. You provide your information at your own risk.
Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals under 13 years of age.
Third-Party Cookies Disclaimer
Please be aware that we utilize third-party services, tools, and content that may use cookies and similar tracking technologies. These technologies are controlled by third parties and are not under our direct control. Therefore, we want to make it clear that we are not responsible for the data collection and tracking activities conducted by these third-party cookies.
Third-Party Services
Our website may include features, content, and advertisements from third parties, such as social media plugins, embedded videos, and interactive elements. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your interactions with their content.
Managing Third-Party Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to manage your preferences for cookies, including third-party cookies. You can typically adjust your browser settings to block or delete these cookies if you prefer. However, please note that by doing so, you may affect your experience on our website and other websites that rely on these cookies for functionality.
External Websites and Content
Our website may link to external websites, articles, or resources that have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these external sites and exercising caution when interacting with third-party content.
No Control over Third-Party Cookies
While we strive to work with reputable third-party providers, we do not have direct control over their cookie practices or the data they collect through these technologies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party providers to understand how they handle your information.
Email Newsletter Subscription Service
We use MailChimp for our email newsletter subscriptions. No emails are send from this website to outside users or visitors.
For information on MailChimp’s privacy policies, please visit the following links:
- Privacy Policy: https://www.intuit.com/privacy/statement
- Terms & Conditions: https://mailchimp.com/legal/terms/
- Legal: https://mailchimp.com/legal/
- GDPR Compliance: https://mailchimp.com/gdpr/
- Accessibility: https://www.intuit.com/accessibility/
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The revised Privacy Policy will be posted on this page with the updated “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our contact form.
By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of this Privacy Policy and any updates.