Privacy Policy

Fuquay-Varina United Methodist Church (FVUMC)

Your Privacy Matters

At Fuquay-Varina United Methodist Church, we value the trust you place in us when you share your personal information. Whether you’re signing up for an event, making an online donation, or joining a ministry group, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we use your information.

Information We Collect

We collect information in a few different ways depending on your interaction with us:

• Personal information you provide directly such as your name, address, phone number, and email when you register for events, subscribe to newsletters, or fill out a contact form.

• Donation information when you give online, which may include payment details processed securely through our third-party giving platform.

• Technical information automatically collected through our website, such as your browser type, device, and pages visited, used only for improving site functionality and performance.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you share with us to:

• Communicate about church events, worship opportunities, and community programs.

• Manage event registrations, volunteer sign-ups, and prayer requests.

• Process and acknowledge donations.

• Send newsletters and updates you’ve chosen to receive.

• Improve our website and communication tools to better serve our congregation and community.

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any other organization.

Email and Text Communications

You may receive emails or text messages from FVUMC if you’ve subscribed through our website, filled out a contact form, or participated in church programs. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the link provided in our emails or by contacting the church office directly.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website, https://fvumc.org/, uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect anonymous usage statistics. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Third-Party Services

We partner with trusted service providers such as iContact for email communication and secure giving platforms for online donations. These partners only have access to the information necessary to perform their specific services and are required to keep your data confidential.

Children’s Privacy

We respect the privacy of children and families. Information collected through our Kids and Youth ministries is used only for ministry purposes and managed with parental or guardian consent in accordance with church policy.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

• Update or correct your information.

• Request removal from our mailing or contact lists.

To make a request, please contact us at info@fvumc.org or call (919) 552-4331.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to safeguard your information through secure servers, encrypted data transmission, and limited access to personal records by authorized staff and volunteers.

Policy Updates

This policy may be updated from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

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