Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 17, 2025

1. Our Commitment to Privacy

New Covenant World Missions ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors and supporters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us through our website: https://newcovenantworldmissions.org.

By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, which may include:

  • Personal Identifiers: Your name, email address, and/or phone number when you fill out our contact form or subscribe to our newsletter.
  • Donation Information: Your name, billing address, payment information (such as credit card details), and email address when you make a donation. Please note that most online donations are processed by a secure third-party payment processor, and we do not store your full credit card information on our servers.
  • Communications: Any information you provide when you communicate with us via email or our contact form.

We also collect some information automatically:

  • Log Data and Cookies: Like most websites, we may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity. This may include your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit. This information is used to help us analyze website traffic and improve our website's functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Fulfill Your Requests: To respond to your inquiries, process your donations, and send you donation receipts.
  • To Communicate With You: To send you newsletters, mission updates, and other information about New Covenant World Missions, only if you have opted-in to receive such communications.
  • For Internal Purposes: To improve our website, analyze trends, and maintain the security of our site.
  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: To meet any legal or regulatory requirements.

4. Sharing Your Information

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

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, or sending email communications (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms). These third parties are obligated to keep your information confidential and are permitted to use it only to provide services to us.

We may also disclose information if required to do so by law or in the good-faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal process.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures 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, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving future email communications from us at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link included in the footer of every email.
  • Access and Correct: You may request to review, correct, or update the personal information we have about you by contacting us at the email address below.
  • Request Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

7. Cookies

Our website may use "cookies" to enhance your experience. You can set your web browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, note that some parts of the site may not function properly.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any site you visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.

(Disclaimer: This is a generated template and not legal advice. It is highly recommended that New Covenant World Missions have this policy reviewed by a legal professional to ensure it complies with all applicable laws and accurately reflects your organization's specific data-handling practices.)