Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Kitengela Main Altar, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our members and users of our church management application ("the Application"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information:

• Name, contact information, and address
• Family relationships and household information
• Attendance records and fellowship participation
• Care needs and follow-up information

Usage Information:

• Login and access records
• Application usage statistics
• Device information

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used exclusively for church ministry purposes, including:

• Membership management and attendance tracking
• Fellowship and cluster organization
• Pastoral care and member follow-up
• Church administration and reporting
• Improving the Application and user experience

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share your personal information with external third parties except in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• With trusted service providers who assist in operating the Application, subject to confidentiality agreements

Within the church, information is shared on a need-to-know basis, restricted to authorized church leaders and care coordinators relevant to their ministry responsibilities.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Data encryption
• Physical security measures

6. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as you are an active member of Kitengela Main Altar or as needed to provide services to you. If you leave the church, we will retain your information for a reasonable period as required for administrative purposes and as necessary to comply with our legal obligations.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information, subject to our legal obligations
• Object to certain processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact the church administration.

8. Children's Privacy

The Application is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18 without parental consent. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental consent.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy within the Application.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact the church administration.