1. Introduction
Welcome to the A Fresh Wind Church website. Our mission is to lead people to discover more in Christ by helping them take steps towards Jesus. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you:
By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Definitions
3. Information We Collect and How We Collect It
We may collect the following personal information:
Means of Collection:
Data Collection Technologies:
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies, for example, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Google Tag Manager, Facebook Ads Manager, Facebook Pixel, etc. By agreeing to our Privacy Policy, you agree to the use of cookies and similar technologies (for example, web beacons, pixels, tags, and device identifiers which we collectively refer to as “cookies”) as described in this policy.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
We may share it with:
6. Information Storage and Security
Personal Information obtained by this website or our mobile applications is stored internally or through a data management system. We value your safety, using reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access and limiting access of your Personal Information to people and systems that are responsible for gathering, managing, or storing it, or who have a legitimate need to access it (i.e., our hosting provider, newsletter provider, payment processors, or team members). While we strive to ensure security, no online system is 100% immune to breaches.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined here, or as required by law (e.g., tax or accounting obligations).
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below.
9. Links to External Sites
Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices; please review their policies before sharing information.
10. Compliance with Laws
We comply with all applicable U.S. federal, Ohio state, and Lorain County laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website, and your continued use signifies acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at:
Welcome to the A Fresh Wind Church website. Our mission is to lead people to discover more in Christ by helping them take steps towards Jesus. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you:
- Visit our website at https://afreshwind.org, or any website of ours that links to this Privacy Notice.
- Download and use our mobile application (A Fresh Wind Church App), or any other application of ours that links to this Privacy Notice.
- Engage with us in other related ways, including any sales, marketing, or events.
By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Definitions
- Personal Data: Information that identifies you, such as your name, email, or phone number.
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device to enhance your website experience.
3. Information We Collect and How We Collect It
We may collect the following personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., via contact or registration forms).
- Donation Details: Payment information for online donations, processed securely by our third-party payment processor (we do not store full payment details).
- Church Participation Data: Information about your religious beliefs or affiliations (e.g., membership status, baptism records).
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information (collected automatically).
Means of Collection:
- Forms you submit on our website (e.g., contact, donation, or event registration forms).
- Automatic collection through cookies and similar technologies when you browse our site.
- Direct communications (e.g., emails or phone calls to the church).
Data Collection Technologies:
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies, for example, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Google Tag Manager, Facebook Ads Manager, Facebook Pixel, etc. By agreeing to our Privacy Policy, you agree to the use of cookies and similar technologies (for example, web beacons, pixels, tags, and device identifiers which we collectively refer to as “cookies”) as described in this policy.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide support.
- To contact you.
- For follow-up purposes.
- For promotional purposes.
- For troubleshooting purposes.
- To process donations securely.
- Manage church membership and participation in activities.
- Send updates, newsletters, text messages, and/or push notifications (if you opt in).
- During targeted social media or search engine advertisements.
- Improve our website and services.
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
We may share it with:
- Service Providers: Entities assisting with website operations or payment processing, bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Obligations: When required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the church and its community.
6. Information Storage and Security
Personal Information obtained by this website or our mobile applications is stored internally or through a data management system. We value your safety, using reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access and limiting access of your Personal Information to people and systems that are responsible for gathering, managing, or storing it, or who have a legitimate need to access it (i.e., our hosting provider, newsletter provider, payment processors, or team members). While we strive to ensure security, no online system is 100% immune to breaches.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined here, or as required by law (e.g., tax or accounting obligations).
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information.
- Opt out of cookies via your browser settings.
- Unsubscribe from emails using the "unsubscribe" link in our messages.
To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below.
9. Links to External Sites
Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices; please review their policies before sharing information.
10. Compliance with Laws
We comply with all applicable U.S. federal, Ohio state, and Lorain County laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website, and your continued use signifies acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at:
- Email: info@afreshwindchurch.org
- Phone: (440) 636-8300
- Address:
A Fresh Wind Church
45155 Telegraph Rd.
Elyria, OH 44035