Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Piney Grove Baptist Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates this website and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Contact us through forms or email

  • Register for events or programs

  • Make donations or payments

  • Sign up for communications

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

  • Information related to participation in church activities (such as emergency contact, allergies, or permissions when applicable)

We may also collect non-personal information automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and manage church services, events, and programs

  • Communicate with you regarding updates, announcements, or requests

  • Process donations and transactions

  • Improve our website and user experience

  • Maintain security and prevent misuse

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience.

These may include:

  • Functional cookies – necessary for the website to function properly

  • Statistics cookies – used to understand how visitors interact with the site (such as Google Analytics)

  • Marketing cookies – used only if applicable and with your consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner where you can choose your preferences.

You may also control cookies through your browser settings.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third parties only as necessary to operate our website and services, such as:

  • Payment processors

  • Email and communication services

  • Website analytics providers

These third parties are required to keep your information secure and use it only for the intended purpose.

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

5. Your Privacy Rights (U.S. and Texas Residents)

If you are a resident of Texas or another U.S. state with applicable privacy laws, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your personal data

  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

  • Opt out of certain data uses, including targeted advertising (if applicable)

We do not sell personal data for monetary compensation. However, certain data sharing (such as analytics) may be considered “sharing” under applicable laws.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information below.

6. Children’s Information

We may collect limited personal information about children under the age of 13 for participation in church programs (such as registration, emergency contact, or permissions).

This information is collected only with parental or guardian consent and is used solely for program-related purposes.

Parents or guardians may contact us at any time to review or request deletion of their child’s information.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Our website uses secure technologies, including SSL encryption where applicable.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

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

We encourage you to review their privacy policies when you leave our website.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

10. Changes to This Policy

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

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Piney Grove Baptist Church
3268 Texas Highway 77 W
Atlanta, TX 75551
United States

Email: worship@pineygrovebaptist.com
Phone: 903-796-5270