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Privacy Policy for The BRICK (https://thebrickcares.org/)

Effective Date: October 31, 2024

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how The BRICK (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our website, https://thebrickcares.org, thebrickministries.com, and thebrickministries.org (the “Website”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you understand how your information is handled.

Information We Collect

We collect two main types of information through our Website:

1. Personal Information:

We may collect personal information when you choose to interact with certain features on our Website. This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Contact information (if submitted through a contact form)

We will only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us. You are not required to provide any personal information to use the Website, but some features may be unavailable without it.

2. Non-Personal Information:

We automatically collect certain non-personal information when you visit our Website. This information may include:

  • Your IP address  
  • Device type and operating system
  • Browsing activity on our Website
  • Geographic location (approximate)
  • Date and time of your visit
  • Information collected through cookies (explained below)

We use this non-personal information to improve the Website, understand user traffic patterns, and personalize your experience.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies (small text files placed on your device) to collect information about your use of the Website and compile reports for us. This information may include your IP address, browsing activity, and time spent on the Website. Google may also use this information for its own purposes, such as improving its advertising services.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.  

Use of Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To operate and maintain the Website
  • To improve the Website and user experience
  • To respond to your inquiries and requests
  • To send you information about The BRICK, including updates and announcements
  • To analyze user traffic patterns and website usage
  • For any other purpose disclosed at the time of collection

Disclosure of Your Information

We will not share your personal information with any third parties except in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers who assist us in operating the Website or providing services to you, such as web hosting companies or email marketing providers. These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential.
  • To comply with legal or regulatory requirements
  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of The BRICK or others

Cookies

We use cookies to collect information about your use of the Website. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings. However, this may limit your ability to use certain features of the Website.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no website is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your information.

Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed towards children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to remove it.

Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.  
  • Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate personal information about you.
  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal information.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on the Website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Additional Notes

You may want to consider adding the following to your Privacy Policy, depending on your specific needs:

  • A link to Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en-US
  • Information about how long you retain personal information
  • Your data transfer practices (if you transfer data internationally)
  • Information about your legal basis for processing