Expanse Bible Church — Privacy Policy

Effective date: August 13, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Expanse Bible Church (“Expanse,” “we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit ebcfaith.com, submit forms, or join our email list(s). By using our site or providing your information, you agree to this Policy.

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1) What we collect

• Contact info: name, email address, phone number, city, and any details you choose to share (e.g., prayer requests, interests, event RSVPs).

• Usage & device data: pages viewed, links clicked, IP address, approximate location, and browser/device info (via cookies or similar tech).

• Donations & registrations: if you give or pay for events online, payment details are processed by our third-party providers; we receive confirmation (not full card numbers).

• Media & embeds: our site may embed content from platforms like YouTube, Facebook, or Twitch, which may set their own cookies.

 

2) How we use your information

• Ministry & communication: send updates, service reminders, event details, prayer and pastoral follow-up, and discipleship resources.

• Operations: manage events and volunteers; process donations/registrations; improve site performance and content.

• Safety & compliance: protect against fraud/abuse and comply with applicable laws.

 

3) Email & text communications

• We email ministry updates, events, devotionals, and invitations. You can unsubscribe anytime using the link in our emails or by contacting us.

• If you provide a mobile number, you may receive occasional texts for key updates. You can reply STOP to opt out and HELP for help. Message/data rates may apply.

 

4) Cookies & analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences and understand how the site is used. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may limit some features.

 

5) How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited information with:

• Service providers (website host, email service, analytics, payment/registration platforms) under contracts requiring them to use data only for us.

• Legal/safety reasons if required by law or to protect people and property.

• Event partners only when necessary to run a joint event and only with your knowledge or consent.

 

6) Data retention & security

We keep information only as long as needed for ministry, legal, and record-keeping purposes, then delete or de-identify it. We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards, but no method is 100% secure.

 

7) Your choices & rights

• Access/Update/Delete: You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information.

• Opt-outs: Unsubscribe from emails via the link provided; opt out of texts by replying STOP.

• State/International rights: Depending on your location, you may have additional privacy rights. Contact us to exercise them; we will verify and respond within a reasonable time.

 

8) Children’s privacy

Our site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children online. Parents/guardians may contact us to request deletion of a child’s information collected through a form.

 

9) Third-party links & embeds

Links and embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Facebook posts) are governed by those platforms’ privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party practices.

 

10) International visitors

Our websites and systems are hosted in the United States. If you access from outside the U.S., you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in the U.S.

 

11) Changes to this policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. We’ll post the new effective date above and, for material changes, provide a prominent notice.

 

12) Contact us

Questions or requests about privacy?
Expanse Bible Church
2730 W. Southcross Blvd., San Antonio, TX
Email: expansebiblechurch@gmail.com