Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 11, 2026

Acton Faith Bible Church (“Acton Faith,” “we,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure online experience. This policy outlines how we handle your personal data in alignment with current data protection standards.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to better serve our congregation and community. This occurs through:

  • Church Management Systems: Data processed via Planning Center Online/Ticketleap Online for event registration, giving, and check-ins.
  • Digital Communication: Sign-ups for e-newsletters and SMS alerts.
  • Direct Interaction: Contact forms, prayer requests, and ministry interest forms.

Data Types Collected:

  • Personal Identifiers: Name, physical address, email address, and phone number.
  • Ecclesiastical Data: Membership status, ministry involvement, and attendance (where applicable for safety/service).
  • Financial Information: Securely processed payment details for tithes and offerings (we do not store full credit card numbers on our local servers).

2. How We Use Your Information

Acton Faith uses your information to facilitate ministry and community engagement:

  • Communication: Sending news, event updates, and spiritual resources.
  • Transactions: Processing donations and event registrations.
  • Personalization: Tailoring website content or ministry recommendations to your interests.
  • Safety: Ensuring the security of our children’s ministries and campus events.

Our Commitment: Acton Faith will only send electronic communications (email/SMS) that you have consented to receive. You may opt-out at any time.

3. Sharing & Third-Party Integration

We do not sell, rent, lease, or exchange your personal information. To provide modern services, we share data with trusted “Service Processors” (e.g., Planning Center, Mailchimp, or Stripe). These partners are contractually obligated to keep your data secure and use it only for the services we have requested.

4. Cookies & Advanced Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies (like pixels) to enhance your experience:

  • Functionality: To remember your login status or preferences.
  • Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site so we can improve navigation.
  • Control: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit access to certain features, such as member portals.

5. Data Security & Retention

We implement industry-standard physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard your data.

  • Encryption: All sensitive data transmitted online is encrypted using modern SSL/TLS protocols.
  • Retention: We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal and accounting requirements.

6. Your Rights & Choices

In 2026, we recognize your right to control your digital footprint:

  • Access & Correction: You may request a copy of the data we hold or ask us to correct inaccuracies.
  • The Right to be Forgotten: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or financial record-keeping obligations (e.g., tax-deductible giving records).
  • Opt-Out: Use the “Unsubscribe” link in emails or reply “STOP” to SMS messages to cease communications immediately.

7. Links to External Sites

Our website may contain links to outside organizations (e.g., mission partners). Acton Faith is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to read their individual privacy policies.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this policy, wish to update your information, or would like to be removed from our database, please reach out:

Acton Faith Bible Church Phone: 661.406.6107 Online: [Insert Contact Form Link]