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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 1, 2026

Church Name: First Presbyterian Church, Spartanburg, S.C.
Website: www.fpcspartanburg.org

1. Introduction

First Presbyterian Church, Spartanburg, S.C. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and integrity. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and interact with our online services.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information You Provide

You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:

  • Submit a contact form
  • Register for events
  • Subscribe to email newsletters
  • Submit prayer requests
  • Make online donations
  • Volunteer or apply for ministry opportunities
  • Request financial assistance

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Payment information (processed securely through a third-party provider)
  • Any other information you are required to provide

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Referring website

This information is used for analytics and to improve our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and prayer requests
  • Communicate about church services, events, and ministry updates
  • Process donations
  • Register participants for events
  • Improve our website and user experience
  • Maintain security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

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

4. Online Giving & Payment Processing

Online donations are processed through a secure third-party payment processor (such as Ministry Brands). We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers. Payment information is encrypted and handled by the payment provider in accordance with industry security standards.

We encourage you to review your payment processor's privacy policy.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve functionality
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Remember user preferences

You may turn off cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.

6. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we may send you:

  • Church announcements
  • Event information
  • Ministry updates
  • Special communications

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly.

7. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., email platforms, event registration tools, payment processors) who assist us in operating our website and ministries
  • When required by law
  • To protect the safety, rights, or property of the church or othersAll service providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security protections.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no online transmission is ever completely secure. We encourage you to use caution when sharing information online.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If you believe a child has provided personal information without permission, please get in touch with us so we can remove it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., mission partners, social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt out of certain communications

To exercise these rights, please get in touch with us using the information below.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

First Presbyterian Church, Spartanburg, S.C.
393 East Main St.
Spartanburg, SC 29302
864-583-4531
[email protected]