PRIVACY STATEMENT

At Thame Home Church, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, or any other details you provide when you:

• Sign up for newsletters or updates

• Register for events or services

• Make donations

• Contact us for inquiries

2. Use of Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries or requests

• To provide information about church activities, services, or events

• To process donations or contributions (if applicable)

• To improve our website and services

3. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data
Under the UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you provide your details voluntarily (e.g., signing up for newsletters or events).

• Contractual Necessity: For fulfilling event registrations or donation processing.

• Legitimate Interests: For improving our services or communicating church updates.

4. Data Protection
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. We do not sell, trade, or rent your information to third parties. Your data will only be shared with trusted service providers who support our website and services, and only where necessary.

5. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze how our website is used. Cookies are small files placed on your device that allow us to track website traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings if you prefer not to accept them.

6. Retention of Data
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Once it is no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

• Correction: You can update or correct any inaccurate personal data.

• Deletion: You can request that we erase your personal data in certain circumstances.

• Objection: You can object to the processing of your data in certain situations.

• Portability: You can request that we provide your personal data in a commonly used electronic format.

To exercise these rights or for any questions, please contact us at [your contact email or phone number].

8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies if you visit those sites.

9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Statement
We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our data protection practices, please contact us at:

Thame Home Church
hello@homechurch.org.uk