Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1/1/2025

At Virtue Church, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.virtuechurch.org.

1. Information We Collect
When you interact with our website, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide voluntarily (e.g., through contact forms, prayer requests, event registrations, or newsletter sign-ups).
Non-Personal Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage details (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the site).
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small files placed on your device to improve site functionality, analytics, and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries, prayer requests, or questions.
To send newsletters, updates, or church-related announcements (only if you opt in).
To manage events, registrations, and volunteer opportunities.
To monitor and improve the functionality and performance of our website.
To comply with legal obligations or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Virtue Church, its users, or others.
3. How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

With trusted third-party service providers who assist us with website operations, analytics, or communications.
If required by law, court order, or to comply with legal processes.
To protect the security of our church, website, or users.
4. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., social media platforms, event registration systems). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

5. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to collect data about site usage and enhance user experience. Cookies help us understand visitor preferences and improve website functionality. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:

Access, update, or delete your personal information.
Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time.
Disable cookies through your browser settings.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover that a child has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Virtue Church
Email: admin@virtuechurch.org
Phone: 865-966-1491
Address: 725 Virtue Rd. Farragut, TN 37934
Website: https://www.virtuechurch.org

By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Thank you for trusting Virtue Church!