Privacy Policy

Introduction

East Denver Vineyard ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or attend our services and events.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you provide to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Demographic information (age, gender, marital status, if voluntarily provided)
• Information provided when you register for events or programs
• Prayer requests and pastoral care information
• Financial information for donations and giving (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Volunteer application information
• Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages)
• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Analytics data to improve our website experience

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services and programs
• Process event registrations and manage attendance
• Send you updates, newsletters, and church communications
• Respond to prayer requests and provide pastoral care
• Process donations and maintain giving records for tax purposes
• Improve our website and services
• Communicate important church announcements and updates
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect the safety and security of our congregation and facilities

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our ministry, or serving our congregation (e.g., Church Center by Planning Center, email service providers, payment processors)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities
• Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect and defend our rights, property, or safety, or that of our congregation
• Church Directory: With your consent, we may include your contact information in a church directory shared with other members
• Ministry Partners: We may share information with Vineyard USA and ministry partners for legitimate ministry purposes, with your consent

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Services

Our website and services may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services, including:

• Church Center by Planning Center (event registration and giving)
• Social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook)
• Podcast platforms (Apple Podcasts, Spotify)
• Video streaming services

These third-party services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

For children participating in our children's and youth programs, we collect necessary information from parents/guardians including emergency contact information, medical information, and consent forms. This information is used solely for the safe operation of our programs.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information
• Opt-out of receiving marketing communications
• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Object to certain uses of your information
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but some features of our website may not function properly as a result.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Donation records are retained in accordance with IRS requirements.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Consent

By using our website and services, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.