Privacy Policy
Effective June 2025
Understanding the Word Ministries (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website, www.understandingtheword.org. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information when you:
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Register your Bible
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Subscribe to emails or text messages
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Submit a prayer request or testimony
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Donate to the ministry
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Contact us through forms on the site
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details you voluntarily share.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Send updates about our ministry and outreach efforts
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Respond to your inquiries or prayer requests
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Share devotionals and Bible study resources
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Process and acknowledge donations
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Maintain internal records and improve our services
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We use secure third-party platforms for donations, email communications, and form submissions. These platforms are selected for their security and privacy protections. We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers (such as Zeffy, Klaviyo, or Mailchimp) to handle donations and communications. These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them on their respective websites.
5. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if preferred.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Request a copy of the personal data we have about you
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Correct or update your personal information
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Opt out of email or text communications at any time
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Request the deletion of your data (unless required for legal or donation records)
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
7. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have received data from a child under 13, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. All changes will be reflected on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact: