Privacy Policy

Eastown Church (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.eastown.church, or interact with us in any way online. Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data.

If you have any questions, contact us at info@eastown.church

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out a contact or prayer request form

• Register for an event or group

• Make a donation or give online

• Sign up for our newsletter or email updates

• Interact with us on social media or submit media

• Submit a request for facility use (e.g., Eastown Hub rental)

Types of personal information may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Billing/payment information (processed securely by third parties)

• Any message content or additional information you choose to provide

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and prayer requests

• Process donations and send giving receipts

• Communicate about events, services, and opportunities at Eastown

• Send newsletters or ministry updates (with your consent)

• Improve our website, services, and user experience

• Protect against fraud and unauthorized transactions

• Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share your data with:

• Service providers (e.g., Squarespace, Stripe, Google, email platforms) who help us operate our website and ministries

• Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights or safety

• Volunteers or staff involved in specific ministries or events, only as needed and with confidentiality in mind

All third-party partners are required to uphold data protection standards in line with this policy.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Enhance your browsing experience

• Remember your preferences

• Analyze website traffic using tools like Google Analytics

You can adjust your cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Data Security

We take data protection seriously and implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. While no system is 100% secure, we work with trusted platforms and providers to safeguard your data.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their policies before submitting personal information.

7. Children’s Privacy

Eastown Church does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that such information has been collected without verification of parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

8. Your Rights (California Privacy Rights)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

• Request access to personal data collected

• Request correction or deletion of personal data

• Opt out of the sale of personal data (Note: We do not sell your data)

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@eastown.church.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted here with a new effective date. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or your personal information, you may contact us at:

📧 info@eastown.church