Privacy Policy - Exemplar International Gospel Church

Introduction

At Exemplar International Gospel Church (EIGC), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with our ministry.

Our Commitment to You

We handle all personal information with the highest standards of confidentiality and security, guided by biblical principles of integrity and care for others. Your trust is important to us, and we are dedicated to maintaining that trust through transparent privacy practices.

Information We Collect

We collect different types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our services to you.

Personal Information

Name and contact details (email, phone, address)
Demographic information (age, gender, marital status)
Prayer requests and spiritual concerns
Event registrations and participation
Donation and giving records

Non-Personal Information

Browser type and version
IP address and general location
Pages visited and time spent
Device information
Website usage patterns

Sensitive Information

Spiritual counseling details
Confidential prayer requests
Personal testimonies shared privately
Medical information for prayer
Family and relationship concerns

Note on Sensitive Information

Sensitive information shared during counseling or prayer sessions is treated with utmost confidentiality. Only authorized ministry staff have access to this information, and it is never shared without explicit consent, except where required by law or to prevent harm.

How We Use Your Information

Your information helps us serve you better and fulfill our ministry objectives.

Ministry Purposes

Providing pastoral care and follow-up
Organizing church events and activities
Sending spiritual resources and updates
Managing small groups and ministries
Processing donations and tithes

Community Building

Connecting members with similar interests
Facilitating volunteer opportunities
Supporting community outreach programs
Organizing mission trips and projects
Building prayer networks

Operational Needs

Improving website functionality
Analyzing ministry effectiveness
Ensuring website security
Complying with legal requirements
Preventing fraudulent activities

Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

Encrypted storage for sensitive data

Secure server hosting with regular backups

Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

Limited access to authorized personnel only

Our Security Commitment

We conduct regular security checks and updates to maintain the highest level of protection. While we implement industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We continuously work to improve our security protocols.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience.

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration
Essential Cookies	Required for basic website functionality	Session
Preference Cookies	Remember your settings and preferences	1 year
Analytics Cookies	Help us understand how visitors use our site	2 years
Marketing Cookies	Track effectiveness of our outreach	90 days

Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

Request a copy of your personal data we hold

Right to Correction

Request correction of inaccurate information

Right to Deletion

Request deletion of your personal data

Right to Object

Object to processing of your data

Right to Portability

Request transfer of your data to another organization

Right to Restriction

Request restriction of processing your data

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond to your request within 30 days. Some requests may require verification of your identity for security purposes.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Exemplar International Gospel Church

exemplargospelchurch@gmail.com

+234 811 056 9936

exemplarinternationalgospelchurch.org

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to 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 protect your information.

Effective Date: December 8, 2024
Next Review: December 8, 2025