Privacy Policy

 

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

Sonshine School Ministries ("SSM," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, sonshineschoolministries.org (the "Site"). By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal information and non-personal information to provide a better experience for our users. The information we collect may include:

  • Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and any other information you provide to us voluntarily when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or submit a form on the Site.

  • Non-Personal Information: This may include demographic data, browser type, IP address, and information about how you use and interact with the Site.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information in several ways:

  • Directly from You: When you fill out forms on our Site, sign up for newsletters, donate, or otherwise provide information directly.

  • Automatically: Through cookies, server logs, and other tracking technologies, we collect non-personal information about how you interact with the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve your experience.

3. Use of Information

We use the information we collect for a variety of purposes, including:

  • To provide and maintain our services;

  • To communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and send updates;

  • To improve the Site's functionality and user experience;

  • To send newsletters, updates, and other marketing communications (you may opt out at any time);

  • To comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, managing our services, or conducting our ministry, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.

  • For Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to a legal request, such as a court order, subpoena, or government investigation.

  • With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties if you give us explicit consent to do so.

5. Security of Your Information

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect non-personal information about your browsing behavior and usage patterns on the Site. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that some features of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

7. Your Choices

You have several choices regarding your information:

  • Access and Correction: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask us to correct or update any inaccuracies.

  • Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails or contacting us directly.

  • Cookies: You can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.

8. Children’s Privacy

SSM does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that a child under the age of 13 has provided us with personal information without parental consent, we will delete such information in accordance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If you believe that we might have any information from or about a child under 13, please contact us.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to any third-party websites, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Continued use of the Site after any updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your information, please contact us at:

  • Email: Sonshinebible@yahoo.com

  • Mailing Address: 9536 Crown Prince Ln Windermere, Fl 34786

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.