Thank you for visiting us at NorthlandChurch.net (the “Site”). The Site is provided by Northland, A Church Distributed (“Northland”). Northland strongly believes that the protection of privacy is a critical issue when collecting and storing personal information via the internet. We have created this Privacy Policy (this “Privacy Policy”) to inform all visitors to the Site of the measures we employ to keep the information you may choose to share with us private and confidential. We are committed to protecting and safeguarding consumer privacy on the internet, especially for children. Please carefully review this Privacy Policy before using the Site.
INFORMATION COLLECTED
When you visit this Site, you may provide us with two types of information: (1) personal information you knowingly choose to disclose that is collected on an individual basis, and (2) website use information collected by us on an aggregate basis. Personal information is information that is personally identifiable to you such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number and date of birth. We only gather personal information when it is voluntarily submitted by you. You are not required to disclose any personal information to visit this Site, however you may be required to disclose certain personal information before accessing or using certain features or areas of the Site. We do not collect any personal information about you through this Site without your knowledge.
When you visit this Site we may automatically collect website use information about your visit. Website use information includes information such as the date and time of your visit, the pages you visited, the address of the website you came from when you came to visit this Site, etc. If you do not want us to collect website use information then please do not visit or use this Site. You may contact us at any time in order to update the personal information we have collected about you by sending an email to hello@northlandchurch.net. Please include your name and the information about you that you wish to update in the email so that we can better assist you with your request.
USAGE AND COLLECTION OF INFORMATION
We recognize and appreciate the importance of responsible use of personal information collected on this Site. We confirm that we shall use the contact details you provide to us solely for the purposes of contacting you with marketing information, updates, promotions and special offers relating to Northland Church. Third party companies may be engaged by Northland to perform a variety of functions, such as providing technical services for this Site, etc. These companies may have access to personal information if necessary to perform such functions. However, these companies may only use such personal information for the purpose of performing these functions and may not use it for any other purpose. Other than as set forth in this Privacy Policy, we do not sell, transfer, share or disclose personal information to third parties.
COOKIES
“Cookies” are pieces of information that a website transfers to an individual’s hard drive for record-keeping purposes. Cookies allow websites to remember important information about visitors that make a visitor’s use of a website more convenient. Like most web sites, this Site uses cookies for a variety of purposes in order to improve your online experience. For example, we may use cookies to determine the number of unique visitors to our Site over a given period and to remember user screen names so that the need for multiple log-ins is eliminated. We do not store any personal information in cookies nor do we link or combine information collected through cookies to any personal information that users submit when participating in activities on this Site. Cookies cannot be executed as code or deliver viruses.
Use the options in your web browser if you do not wish to receive a cookie or if you wish to set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie. If you disable all cookies, you may not be able to take advantage of all of the features and activities available on this Site.
LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES
We may offer links to sites that are not operated by Northland. If you visit one of these linked sites, you should review their privacy policy and all other policies. We are not responsible for the policies and practices of other websites, and any information you submit to those websites is subject to their privacy policies.
NOTICES AND RESTRICTIONS
We may be forced to disclose certain personal information you submit to us to the government or other law enforcement agencies. We reserve the right to, and by using this Site you authorize us to, use or disclose any personal information or other information we have collected about you as needed or necessary in order to satisfy any law, regulation or legal request, to protect the integrity of this Site, to fulfill your requests, or to cooperate in any law enforcement investigation.
MISCELLANEOUS
By accessing or using this Site you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy please do not access or use this Site. We reserve the right to change the terms of this Privacy Policy from time to time in our sole discretion. You should periodically check this Site for any changes that may have been made to this Privacy Policy. Whether or not you actually review changes as they are made, your use of this Site signifies your acceptance of any such changes.
SMS (Text Messaging)
Introduction
At Northland Church, we value your privacy and are committed to ensuring the confidentiality and security of your SMS (Text Messaging) communications. This SMS Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your SMS data in compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Collection and Use of SMS Data
When you communicate with us via SMS, we may collect limited information, such as: Your phone number and the content of your messages
We collect this data to facilitate communication, provide support, deliver updates, or share relevant information about our services. We will not use your SMS data for any other purposes without your explicit written consent. Additionally, we do not sell, rent, or share your SMS data with third parties unless required by law.
Opt-In Process
To ensure you have control over your communication preferences, we operate on an opt-in basis for SMS notifications:
1. You will receive an initial opt-in message from our number.
2. Follow the instructions provided to confirm your subscription by replying with "YES."
3. Once confirmed, you will receive a follow-up message acknowledging your successful enrollment in our SMS communication system.
Opt-Out Process
You have the right to stop receiving SMS notifications at any time:
- Reply with "STOP" to any of our messages to opt-out.
- Upon opting out, you will receive a confirmation message indicating you have been removed from our SMS notifications.
If you change your mind, you can always opt back in by following the opt-in process.
Data and Message Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply to SMS messages sent and received. You are solely responsible for any fees or charges incurred from your mobile carrier related to SMS communication with "Customer Name". Please verify with your MNO – Mobile Network Operator like Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, etc for data and messaging standard rates.
Frequency of Messages
We strive to keep SMS communications to a reasonable frequency and relevance. You may expect to receive SMS messages from us only when necessary for appointment reminders, scheduling adjustments, or important updates related to our services. We do not engage in unsolicited marketing messages via SMS without your explicit consent.
Protection of SMS Data
We take the security of your SMS data seriously. Our systems implement industry-standard measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure access protocols, and regular system audits to ensure compliance with privacy standards.
Disclosure of SMS Data
Your SMS data is never disclosed to third parties except under the following circumstances:
- To comply with legal obligations, such as court orders or subpoenas.
- To protect our rights, property, or the safety of our employees, customers, or others.
We remain transparent in such cases and will notify you where legally permissible.
Your Rights
As a valued customer, you have the following rights regarding your SMS data:
- Access: Request a copy of the SMS data we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct any inaccuracies in your SMS data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your SMS data, except where retention is required by law.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@northlandchurch.net
Changes to This Policy
We may update this SMS Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy on our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this SMS Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Email: hello@northlandchurch.net
Phone: 407-949-4000