Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 10, 2026

Ekklesia Temple Apostolic Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, members, and supporters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained through our website and online services.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information in the following ways:

Information you voluntarily provide:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Prayer requests or form submissions
Donation and contribution information

Information collected automatically:

IP address
Browser type and device information
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Collect Information

Information is collected when you:

Submit a contact or prayer request form
Make a donation
Subscribe to communications
Interact with our website

Automatic data is collected through cookies, analytics tools, and hosting services provided by Wix.

Why We Collect Information

We collect information to:

Respond to inquiries and communication requests
Process donations and issue acknowledgments
Provide ministry updates, event notices, and church communications
Improve website functionality and user experience
Fulfill legal, financial, and nonprofit compliance obligations

How We Share Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Information may be shared only with:

Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., Wix, payment processors, email services) solely to operate our website and services
Legal authorities if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or security of the church and others

Donations and Payment Processing

All online donations are processed through secure third-party platforms such as Wix Payments, Stripe, PayPal, or similar providers. We do not store or have direct access to full credit card or banking information. These providers manage data in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze site traffic. Visitors may adjust browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.

Minors’ Information

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If you believe a child’s information has been submitted without consent, please contact us so we may remove it.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

Request access to personal information we hold
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for communications

Requests may be submitted through our Contact page.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information. While we strive to safeguard data, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us through our website’s Contact page.