Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church | Oak Harbor
Effective Date: 12/1/2024
At St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide to us when using our website.
Information We Collect
Contact Form Submissions
When you submit a message through our contact page, we collect:Your name
Your email address
Any additional information you provide in your message
Email Signup
When you sign up for our newsletter or events, we collect:Your email address
Optional information such as your name or preferences (if requested)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
Respond to your inquiries and messages
Send newsletters and updates about church events, services, and programs
Improve our website and communication efforts
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Data Storage and Security
Your information is securely stored and only accessible by authorized personnel. While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is entirely secure. By using our website, you acknowledge this risk.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services to manage our newsletter (e.g., Mailchimp or similar) or to host our website. These services are required to handle your data in compliance with their own privacy policies and applicable data protection laws.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand website traffic and improve functionality. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, but this may affect the functionality of the site.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access the information we hold about you
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Unsubscribe from our email list at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in the email or by contacting us directly
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 learn we have inadvertently collected information from a child, we will delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
122 W. Ottawa Street
Oak Harbor, OH 43449
419-898-6474
contact@oakharborchurch.com
This Privacy Policy ensures our commitment to transparency and your privacy. Thank you for trusting St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church at Oak Harbor.