Privacy Policy for ChurchLink

Last Updated: October 12, 2025

ChurchLink is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, with a focus on SMS communication and compliance with industry standards.

Who We Are

ChurchLink, operated by the Share the Fire organization, is dedicated to providing personalized services to better connect individuals with their church community. Our website is https://www.getchurchlink.com

Information We Collect

We collect personal information only when necessary, including:

  • Contact Details: Full name, mobile phone number, and email address.

  • Communication Preferences: Details about your opt-in preferences for SMS notifications.

  • Message History: Content and metadata of the messages shared between users (stored securely on third-party servers).

If you choose to share additional data—such as comments or uploaded media—this information will also be retained in line with the purposes outlined below.

How We Use Your Information

Your personal information is used to:

  1. Deliver SMS notifications as per your preferences.

  2. Provide ChurchLink services and manage your user account.

  3. Improve communication and services by addressing feedback.

  4. Comply with legal obligations regarding data retention or law enforcement requests.

SMS Text Messaging Opt-In and Consent

By opting in for SMS messaging services, you provide explicit consent to receive updates and notifications regarding ChurchLink services.

Opt-In Procedure (Industry Standards Compliant)

  • You will receive a confirmation message after opting in, detailing what types of SMS you will receive (e.g., service updates, event notifications).

  • Your consent will be confirmed by replying “YES” or following the link provided in the message to confirm subscription.

  • You may revoke consent at any time by replying STOP to the SMS messages.

  • Data collected via SMS will not be shared or sold and will be used solely for delivering messages you have opted in to receive.

ChurchLink fully complies with the following SMS opt-in principles:

  • Transparency about the type and frequency of communication.

  • Simple and clear opt-in and opt-out processes.

  • Notifications regarding any changes to SMS communication policies.

Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Information may be shared under the following limited conditions:

  1. Service Providers: Third-party SMS platforms handle message delivery, subject to confidentiality agreements.

  2. Legal Compliance: Your data may be disclosed in response to court orders or legal processes if required by law.

  3. Aggregate Reporting: We may share anonymized data, such as the total number of SMS subscribers, to assess service trends.

Cookies and Embedded Content

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience. Embedded content (e.g., videos or social media posts) behaves as if visitors have visited the source site. Please ensure that your browser configuration matches your privacy preferences.

Security

We take precautions to ensure the safety and integrity of your data—whether stored on our systems or transmitted via third-party infrastructure. Examples of measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data, including all SMS service records.

  • Regular audits of our data management practices.

Your Rights

You can access, request copies of, or delete your personal data. To make a request, email us at privacy@CHURCHLINK.com.

Unsubscribing

You can revoke your SMS subscription anytime by sending “STOP” to our SMS service number or emailing us for additional support.

Questions or Feedback?

Please reach out to us anytime via email at privacy@CHURCHLINK.com for further assistance.

This policy is subject to periodic updates, with changes communicated via https://www.getchurchlink.com