Hillside Baptist Church Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

Hillside Baptist Church (“Hillside,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to being transparent about how we collect and use information through our website, www.hillsidebaptistchurch.org (“Site”).

This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By visiting or using our Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

If you have questions, please contact us at:
Hillside Baptist Church, 547 Pembroke Street, Pembroke, NH 03275
alex@hillsidebaptistchurch.org

Please also review our Terms of Use, which explain the rules for using our website.

1. Personal Information We Collect

“Personal Information” means information that can identify, contact, or describe you. We may collect:

Contact Information:
Your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other contact details you voluntarily provide (for example, when subscribing to our newsletter, submitting a contact form, or registering for events).

Donation Information:
If you give online, our donation processor (e.g., Stripe, Tithe.ly, PayPal, or another third party) may collect payment details such as your billing address and card or bank information. Hillside Baptist Church does not store financial or payment data on our servers.

Usage and Analytics Data:
We use website analytics tools (such as Google Analytics and Squarespace Analytics) that automatically collect information like your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, remember preferences, and understand site usage.

Email Sign-Ups:
If you sign up for updates or newsletters, we collect your name and email address to send church-related content and updates.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information:

  • When you fill out forms or communicate with us directly.

  • When you make a donation online.

  • Automatically, through cookies and analytics tools.

  • From email or newsletter subscriptions.

3. How We Use Personal Information

We use Personal Information to:

  • Communicate with you and respond to inquiries.

  • Provide updates, newsletters, or church announcements.

  • Process donations securely through third-party processors.

  • Improve our Site and understand visitor engagement.

  • Maintain compliance with legal obligations.

  • Protect against fraud and misuse of our website.

We do not sell or rent your Personal Information.

4. When We Disclose Personal Information

We may share Personal Information only:

  • With trusted service providers who help operate our website, process donations, or provide analytics (under strict confidentiality and security agreements).

  • To comply with legal obligations (such as court orders, law enforcement requests, or regulatory requirements).

  • To protect the rights, safety, and property of Hillside Baptist Church or others.

We may share non-identifiable or aggregate data (for example, total number of site visits) with third parties for statistical purposes.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Cookies help us improve the user experience. You may manage or delete cookies in your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of the Site.

6. Your Choices and Controls

You can:

  • Unsubscribe from emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our messages.

  • Adjust browser settings to limit cookies or tracking.

  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your Personal Information by contacting us at alex@hillsidebaptistchurch.org.

7. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that information was collected from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may link to third-party websites (such as YouTube, Facebook, or donation platforms). Hillside Baptist Church is not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date above will reflect the most recent version. We encourage you to review this page occasionally to stay informed of any updates.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact:

Hillside Baptist Church
547 Pembroke Street
Pembroke, NH 03275
alex@hillsidebaptistchurch.org