Parish Share Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how Parish Share (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses personal information when you use our website located at https://www.parishshare.com.au/ (the “Site”) and any related services (collectively, the “Services”).
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you register for an account on our Site, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, password, and contact details.
If you choose to post content such as events, study groups, prayers, help requests, services, products, or job opportunities, we may collect additional information related to those postings, including descriptions, dates, locations, and any other details you provide.
We may also collect information when you communicate with us, such as through our contact forms or when you report an issue or ask a question. This may include the content of your messages and any attachments you send.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and your use of the Site. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, the time and date of your visit, and the referring website address.
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect this information. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device by a web server. They are used to remember your preferences, track your use of the Site, and improve your overall experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Provide and Improve the Services
We use the information we collect to provide you with the Services, including enabling you to create and manage your account, post and view content, and communicate with other users.
We may use your information to personalize your experience on the Site, such as showing you relevant content and advertisements based on your interests and activities.
We analyze the information we collect to improve the performance and functionality of the Site and the Services. This may include troubleshooting technical issues, optimizing the user experience, and developing new features.
2.2 Communication
We may use your email address to send you important notifications related to the Services, such as account verification, password reset instructions, and updates about the Site.
We may also send you promotional emails or newsletters about our Services, events, or other relevant information. You can opt-out of receiving these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails.
2.3 Advertising
We may use the information we collect to display advertisements on the Site and other platforms. These advertisements may be targeted based on your interests and activities on the Site.
We may share your information with third-party advertisers and advertising networks for the purpose of serving targeted advertisements. However, we do not disclose your personal information to advertisers in a way that would directly identify you.
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
3.1 With Other Users
When you post content on the Site, certain information, such as your username and the content you post, may be visible to other users. This allows for interaction and communication within the Parish Share community.
If you choose to participate in a study group, event, or other community activities, we may share your relevant information with the other participants to facilitate the activity.
3.2 With Third Parties
We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site and providing the Services. These providers may include hosting companies, payment processors, analytics providers, and customer support services. We require these third parties to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information and to use it only for the purposes for which it was provided.
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, the rights of our users, or the public interest.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the security of your personal information. We use industry-standard security technologies and procedures to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
5. Your Rights
5.1 Access and Update Your Information
You have the right to access, correct, and update the personal information we hold about you. You can do this by logging into your account on the Site and accessing the account settings or by contacting us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below.
5.2 Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Services and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. We will securely delete or anonymize your information when it is no longer needed.
5.3 Opt-Out
You have the right to opt-out of receiving promotional emails and other communications from us. You can do this by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails or by contacting us. You can also manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings to control the collection of certain information.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on the Site with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Parish Share
1 Chapel Ln, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
admin@parishshare.com.au
+61 2 9639 0598
By using the Parish Share Site and Services, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use our Site or Services.