1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Business information (business name, description, location, services offered)
• Account credentials (username, password)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Communication preferences and subscription settings
• Religious affiliation and church membership information (for membership verification)

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring websites and search terms
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Service
• To verify membership eligibility and Christian business criteria
• To process business listings and directory submissions
• To communicate with you about your account and our services
• To send newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
• To improve our website and user experience
• To prevent fraud and ensure security
• To comply with legal obligations
• To analyze website usage and performance

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

Public Business Listings

Business information you submit for directory listings will be publicly displayed on our website and may be accessible to all visitors.

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or serving our users, including:

• Payment processors
• Email service providers
• Website hosting and maintenance services
• Analytics providers

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

Church References

For membership verification purposes, we may contact your designated church reference to confirm your membership status and adherence to our Christian criteria.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and user authentication
• Secure data storage and backup procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and login information
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our website.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to and receive a copy of your personal information.

Correction

You can update or correct your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.

Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions for legal or business purposes.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.

Account Deactivation

You may deactivate your account at any time, though some information may be retained for legal or business purposes.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. We will take appropriate measures to ensure your data receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• Providing our services to you
• Complying with legal obligations
• Resolving disputes
• Enforcing our agreements

When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Your continued use of our Service after any modifications to the Privacy Policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide by the modified Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable privacy laws.