Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08/01/2025

Protecting your personal information is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how Muscatine Church of Christ(“Muscatine Church” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, shares, and safeguards your personal information when you use muscatinechurch.org (the “Site”).

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

1. Personal Identifiers – Name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping address.
2. Payment Information – Credit/debit card details, billing information (processed through secure, PCI-compliant providers).
3. Demographic Information – Age, gender, preferences, interests.
4. Technical Information – IP address, browser type, device identifiers, referring/exit pages, access times, and clickstream data.
5. Usage & Behavioral Data – Pages visited, services used, interaction with emails, and cookie/analytics data.
6. Sensitive Information – We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., government ID, health data). If collected, it will be used only as legally permitted and subject to additional rights (see Section 8).

How We Use Information

We use your information to:

1. Provide, personalize, and improve our services.
2. Process payments and fulfill transactions.
3. Communicate with you about services, updates, and promotions.
4. Send surveys and collect feedback.
5. Deliver targeted advertising and content.
6. Ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

1. Service providers: For payment processing, shipping, analytics, email delivery, and customer support.
2. Business partners: With consent or where relevant to services you use.
3. Legal authorities: Where required by law, legal process, or to protect rights, safety, and property.
4. Corporate transactions: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for permitted purposes.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

1. Recognize returning visitors.
2. Store preferences.
3. Analyze site traffic and performance.
4. Deliver personalized advertising.

Your choices:

1. Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies.
2. For California residents, we honor Global Privacy Control (GPC).

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), or the EU/UK GDPR. These rights may include:

1. Access & Portability: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
2. Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate information.
3. Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
4. Opt-Out: Opt out of targeted advertising, sale, or sharing of personal data.
5. Limit Use of Sensitive Information: If applicable, restrict use of sensitive data.
6. Appeal: If we deny your request, you may appeal our decision.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [Customer Service Email] or call [Company Phone]. We will verify your identity before processing requests.

SMS/MMS Messaging

When you opt in to receive SMS/MMS communications from Muscatine Church of Christ, you consent to receive recurring messages including but not limited to: promotional offers, transactional updates, service alerts, appointment reminders, and customer service messages. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to unsubscribe. Text HELP for assistance or contact us at [email protected].

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All opt-in data and consent are maintained in strict compliance with mobile carrier and privacy regulations.

Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it immediately. Parents/guardians may contact us for assistance.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. When no longer needed, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

International Data Transfers

If you access our Site from outside the United States, please note that your data may be processed and stored in the U.S. We rely on lawful mechanisms (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) for cross-border transfers where required.

Security

We implement industry-standard safeguards including encryption (SSL/TLS), secure payment processing, and restricted access controls. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review third-party policies before providing personal data.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date. If changes are material, we will provide additional notice (e.g., email or prominent site banner).

Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:

Muscatine Church of Christ
Phone: (563)263-4750
Email: [email protected]
Address: 3603 Mulberry Av., Muscatine, IA 52761