Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how SA Full Gospel News Hub (fullgospelchurchsa.co.za) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website. We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about the data we gather through standard web technologies.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through standard web processes. This includes:
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Device type and operating system
- Referral sources (e.g., search engines or other websites)
We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it through contact forms or comments — and even then, we do not store this data in a database.
How We Use Information
The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors interact with our content
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To monitor traffic patterns and site popularity
- To ensure the website functions correctly and securely
We do not use your data for marketing, profiling, or any commercial purpose beyond website operation.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage. These include:
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function
- Analytics cookies: Used by third-party services to measure traffic
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to navigate certain parts of the site.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to help us analyze website traffic and deliver content. These include:
- Google Analytics: To collect anonymous usage statistics
- Google AdSense: To display relevant, non-targeted advertisements
These third parties may collect data such as IP addresses and browsing behavior to serve ads or generate reports. We do not control their practices, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies:
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to maintain industry-standard protections.
Your Rights
Under South African law, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data
- Object to the processing of your data
- Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Elodie Swanepoel
Kloof Street 56, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Email: [email protected]
Last Updated: 2024-06-15
