Privacy Policy

Adventure Church of Yuba City

Digital Privacy Policy (California-Compliant)

(For SMS and MMS Communications)

1. Purpose

Adventure Church of Yuba City (“Adventure Church,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard data through our SMS (text messaging) and MMS (multimedia messaging) communications in compliance with California law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Identifiers: Name, phone number, email address, mailing address.
  • Communication Information: SMS/MMS preferences, opt-ins, and message responses.
  • Media Data: Images, videos, or documents voluntarily shared via MMS.
  • Engagement Data: Event registrations, group participation, volunteer sign-ups.
  • Technical Data: SMS/MMS delivery logs, system logs.

We do not collect or sell sensitive personal information for commercial purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information only for ministry and church operations, such as:

  • Sending updates, alerts, and event invitations via SMS or MMS.
  • Sharing devotional content, graphics, or short videos through MMS.
  • Facilitating group communications for ministries and volunteer teams.
  • Maintaining accurate church contact records.
  • Complying with legal and accounting obligations.

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing.

4. SMS/MMS Messaging

  • By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive SMS/MMS communications from Adventure Church.
  • Messages may include text, images, or videos. Standard message and data rates may apply.
  • Frequency of messages may vary.
  • You may opt-out anytime by replying STOP or contacting our office.
  • We may send urgent service updates or emergency notices when necessary.

5. Your Rights Under California Law

As a California resident, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Know: Request details about the personal information we collect, use, or disclose.
  • Right to Access: Receive a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or accounting requirements.
  • Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: Adventure Church does not sell personal information.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not deny you services or benefits for exercising your rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • Secure servers and encrypted communication where applicable.
  • Access restricted to authorized staff and volunteers.
  • Regular monitoring of third-party SMS/MMS providers.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent. Parents may request access or deletion of their child’s data by contacting us.

8. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on our website and available through our church office.

9. Contact Us

To exercise your California privacy rights or for questions about this policy, contact us:

Adventure Church of Yuba City

Phone: (530) 822-9216

Email: office@acyc.family