Last updated: March 19, 2026
1. Information We Collect
When you use ECO Relationships, we may collect the following information:
- Account information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
- Contact information: Name, email, phone number when you submit a form (contact, prayer request, volunteer application, etc.)
- Interests: Community and outreach preferences you select during registration
- Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and general browsing patterns (via browser localStorage only, not tracking cookies)
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide access to member content, resources, and features
- To respond to your contact inquiries, prayer requests, and support requests
- To send community updates and spiritual content you have opted into
- To coordinate volunteer activities and event registrations
- To improve our website and community services
3. How We Protect Your Information
We take your privacy seriously and implement the following protections:
- Passwords are encrypted and managed through Firebase Authentication (Google)
- Form submissions are transmitted securely via HTTPS
- Prayer requests marked as "private" are only shared with our prayer team
- We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services to operate our website:
- Firebase (Google): Authentication and database services
- Web3Forms: Form submission processing and email notifications
- Google Fonts: Typography (may set cookies)
Each of these services has their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.
5. Cookies and Local Storage
We use browser localStorage (not cookies) to remember your membership status and preferences. You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising.
6. Your Rights
- You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- You can request correction or deletion of your personal data
- You can opt out of community communications at any time
- You can delete your account by contacting us
7. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered members of significant changes via email.
9. Contact
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at [email protected].
