Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 24, 2026

At Sy Church, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, complete a form, register for an event, make a donation, or communicate with us.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Prayer requests or other information you choose to share

• Donation information (processed securely through our third-party payment processor)

We may also collect limited technical information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage through cookies or analytics tools.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your questions or requests.

• Communicate about church services, events, ministries, and announcements.

• Send email or text message updates if you have opted in.

• Process donations and provide giving records.

• Improve our website and ministry services.

• Comply with legal obligations.

Text Messaging (SMS)

If you choose to receive text messages from Sy Church, you consent to receive informational messages regarding church services, events, ministry updates, reminders, and other church-related communications.

Message frequency may vary.

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.

You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS communications unless you opt in again.

For assistance, reply HELP or contact us directly.

Sharing of Information

Sy Church does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

We may share limited information only with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our ministry (such as website hosting, online giving platforms, email services, or text messaging providers). These providers are only permitted to use your information to perform services on our behalf.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no online transmission or storage system is completely secure, we strive to use commercially reasonable methods to protect your information.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our website. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

Your Choices

You may:

• Unsubscribe from emails using the unsubscribe link provided in our emails.

• Opt out of text messages by replying STOP.

• Contact us to request updates or corrections to your personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Sy Church may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us by emailing sychurchnc@gmail.com