Effective Date: 2025
Last Updated: ———-

This Privacy Policy Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between Rejoice in the Word Church (“RITW,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) and any individual, entity, or party (“User,” “you,” or “your”) who interacts with our website, social media pages, advertisements, or digital content. By accessing, using, or engaging with RITW’s services, you acknowledge and agree to the terms set forth in this Agreement.

1. PURPOSE

RITW respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information collected through digital channels, including but not limited to our website, social media platforms (Meta, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc.), event registrations, and online advertisements. This Agreement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data.

2. INFORMATION COLLECTION

A. Personal Data
We may collect the following personal data when you voluntarily provide it:
• Full name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• Preferences for event participation, newsletter subscriptions, or outreach engagement.

B. Non-Personal Data
We may collect non-identifiable data automatically through analytics tools, including but not limited to:
• IP address, device type, browser information.
• Interaction history with our digital advertisements.

C. Data Collection via Social Media Advertising
By engaging with RITW’s advertisements on Meta, Facebook, Instagram, or other digital platforms, you acknowledge that these platforms may collect user data under their respective privacy policies. RITW does not control or assume responsibility for the data practices of third-party platforms.

3. USE OF INFORMATION

RITW collects and processes information solely for the following purposes:
• To facilitate event registration and church-related communications.
• To provide updates about services, outreach programs, and community initiatives.
• To analyze digital engagement for improving outreach strategies.
• To respond to inquiries, prayer requests, or membership interests.

A. No Sale or Distribution of Data
RITW does not sell, lease, rent, distribute, or share User data with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Your personal data will only be used as outlined in this Agreement.

4. DATA SHARING & THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS

RITW may share limited data with the following entities:
• Service Providers: We may use third-party vendors to assist with email outreach, event management, and digital analytics.
• Social Media Platforms: User interactions with our ads on Meta, Facebook, and Instagram are subject to the respective platform’s privacy policies.

RITW assumes no responsibility for how third-party platforms process user data. Users are encouraged to review Meta’s Privacy Policy (Meta Privacy Policy) and related terms.

5. USER RIGHTS & CHOICES

Users have the following rights concerning their personal information:
• The right to access and review personal data collected by RITW.
• The right to request corrections or updates to personal information.
• The right to opt out of marketing communications at any time.
• The right to request deletion of personal data, subject to legal or operational retention requirements.

To exercise these rights, please submit a written request to [Insert Contact Email].

6. MARKETING OPT-IN & COMMUNICATIONS

By voluntarily providing your contact information, you consent to receiving periodic updates, newsletters, and event notifications from RITW via email, SMS, or other communication channels.

Users may opt out of such communications at any time by:
• Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in an email.
• Replying “STOP” to SMS messages.

Opting out does not affect other necessary communications related to event registrations or essential church updates.

7. DATA SECURITY

RITW implements reasonable security measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, we do not guarantee absolute security due to the inherent risks associated with online data transmission. Users interact with our digital platforms at their own discretion and risk.

8. LEGAL DISCLAIMERS & LIABILITY LIMITATION

• This Agreement does not establish any fiduciary duty, contractual obligation, or legal liability beyond what is expressly stated herein.
• RITW shall not be held liable for any unauthorized third-party access to user data beyond our reasonable control.

• Users acknowledge that RITW is not responsible for the privacy policies, data practices, or security measures of third-party platforms, including but not limited to Meta, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and service providers used for advertising.

9. CHANGES TO THIS AGREEMENT

RITW reserves the right to update, modify, or amend this Privacy Policy Agreement at any time without prior notice. Users will be notified of significant changes via email, website announcements, or social media updates.

Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Agreement.

10. CONTACT INFORMATION

For any privacy-related concerns, questions, or requests, please contact:

• Email: info@rejoiceintheword.org
• Address: 4975 Stone Mountain Hwy, Lilburn, GA 30047
• Call: (678) 878-2460

By engaging with RITW, submitting personal information, or interacting with our digital platforms, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy Agreement.