The Christian Outreach Project has developed the Christian Outreach Project App for mobile phones. This app is intended to help our staff and volunteers to administer and execute our projects.
Privacy Policy for The Christian Outreach Project Mobile Application
Introduction
Ensuring the security of the personal information that you submit is a priority to us. This Privacy Policy was developed as an extension of our commitment to your safety, as well as the safety and privacy of our clients. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use the Christian Outreach Project (COP) application.
Information We Collect
To provide and improve our service, we collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information You Provide: When you create an account or use our app, we collect your name, email address, and phone number.
- Information Collected Automatically: When you access the app, we automatically collect certain technical data. This includes your IP address, unique device identifiers, operating system version, app usage statistics, and crash reports.
- Device Permissions: Depending on your device settings and app usage, we may request access to certain features on your device, including:
- Location: To provide location-based services relevant to our outreach.
- Photos: To allow you to upload or share images within the app.
- Phone Calls & Messages: To facilitate direct communication necessary for outreach and project coordination.
How We Use Your Information
The data we collect is used strictly to provide you with a reliable and safe experience. Specifically, we use your information to:
- Operate, maintain, and provide the core features of the app.
- Improve the user experience and optimize app functionality.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and fix technical bugs or crashes.
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We are deeply committed to your privacy. Your information is used solely for internal purposes. We never sell, rent, trade, or send your personal data to any external third parties, marketing agencies, or other entities.
Data Retention and Deletion
We do not hold your data longer than is necessary.
Automatic Deletion: All user data is automatically and permanently deleted from our systems after each program year is completed.
Manual Deletion Request: If you would like your account and personal data deleted immediately, please send request by emailing joesmith@christianoutreachproject.org. We will process your request promptly.
Children’s Privacy
Our application is not intended for use by children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so that we can take necessary actions to remove that information from our servers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
If we decide to change our Privacy Policy, we will post those changes to this Privacy Policy page, the Christian Outreach Project home page, and other places we deem appropriate. We do this so that you are always aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances, if any, we disclose it.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at joesmith@christianoutreachproject.org.