Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and similar identifiers you provide when registering, donating, subscribing, or contacting us.
• Payment Information: Credit/debit card details and billing information processed securely through Stripe. We do not store full card numbers on our servers.
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and other diagnostic data collected automatically.
• Communications: Messages, prayer requests, or other content you submit through our forms or email.
• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. See Section 7 for details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process registrations, donations, and payments
• Send you ministry updates, newsletters, and program information (with your consent)
• Respond to prayer requests, inquiries, and support messages
• Improve our website, services, and outreach programs
• Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud
• Send administrative communications such as receipts and renewal reminders
• Analyze usage trends to improve user experience

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors (e.g., Stripe for payments, Supabase for data storage, email service providers) who assist in operating our website and services, subject to confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Eternal Path Ministries, our users, or the public.
• Ministry Partners: With your explicit consent, we may share information with affiliated churches or ministry partners for program coordination.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Donation and tax records are retained for a minimum of 7 years as required by IRS regulations for nonprofit organizations.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL/TLS encryption, secure payment processing via Stripe (PCI-DSS compliant), and access controls to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your data to the best of our ability.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
• Data Portability: Request a portable copy of your data in a commonly used format.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at Sacredspace@eternalpathministries.org.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand where our visitors are coming from. Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., authentication, shopping cart).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for a better experience.

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms, partner ministries). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals 18 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• The right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold.
• The right to delete personal information held by businesses.
• The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

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