The River Church at Fort Myers

 

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1/1/2026
Website: http://riverfortmyers.org/

Who We Are

The River Church at Fort Myers operates this website to provide information, resources, event registration, outreach opportunities, and communication related to our church and community initiatives.

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

1. Comments

When visitors leave comments, we collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Website (if provided)

  • IP address

  • Browser user agent

This data is used for:

  • Spam detection

  • Security monitoring

  • Displaying approved comments publicly

An anonymized hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar to display a profile image.

2. Contact Forms & Registrations

When you fill out forms (Plan Your Visit, Volunteer, Events, Outreach, etc.), we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email

  • Phone number

  • Household or family information

  • Interests (church services, volunteering, programs)

  • Any information you choose to submit

We collect this data to:

  • Communicate with you (email, SMS, phone)

  • Coordinate visits, outreach, and services

  • Provide resources and follow-up support

  • Improve our church and community services

3. Media Uploads

If you upload images:

  • Avoid including location (EXIF GPS) data

  • Visitors may download and extract metadata from images

4. Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience:

  • Comment cookies: Save your info for future comments (1 year)

  • Login cookies: Manage login sessions (2 days or 2 weeks if “Remember Me”)

  • Screen preference cookies: Save display settings (1 year)

  • Editor cookies: Track article edits (1 day)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

5. Embedded Content

Content (videos, images, articles) from other websites behaves as if you visited those sites.

These third parties may:

  • Collect data

  • Use cookies

  • Track interactions

6. Analytics

We may use analytics tools to understand:

  • Website traffic

  • User behavior

  • Engagement with pages and content

This helps us improve outreach, services, and communication.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Send updates about services, events, and outreach

  • Provide spiritual and community support

  • Coordinate volunteer and ministry opportunities

  • Improve website and communication systems

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data with:

  • Trusted service providers (CRM, email, SMS platforms)

  • Spam detection services

  • Ministry leaders or coordinators (only as needed for service coordination)

All partners are expected to protect your data.

How Long We Retain Your Data

  • Comments: retained indefinitely

  • User profiles: stored until deleted by user or admin

  • Form submissions: retained as needed for ministry, outreach, and compliance

Your Rights Over Your Data

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

To make a request, contact us at:
[Insert Contact Email]

Where Your Data Is Sent

  • Comments may be processed through automated spam detection systems

  • Data may be stored in secure CRM and communication platforms

How We Protect Your Data

We implement:

  • Secure hosting and encryption (SSL)

  • Access controls for authorized personnel only

  • Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities

Data Breach Procedures

If a data breach occurs:

  • We will investigate immediately

  • Notify affected users if required

  • Take corrective action to secure systems

Third Parties We Receive Data From

We may receive data from:

  • Form integrations

  • Event platforms

  • Communication tools (email/SMS systems)

Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that significantly affects users.

Communication Consent (Important)

By submitting your information, you consent to receive:

  • Emails

  • Text messages (SMS)

  • Phone calls

These communications may include:

  • Service reminders

  • Event updates

  • Outreach follow-ups

You can opt out anytime:

  • Reply STOP to SMS

  • Unsubscribe via email links

Industry & Regulatory Compliance

We aim to comply with:

  • Applicable U.S. privacy laws

  • Communication regulations (A2P 10DLC for SMS)

  • Data protection best practices

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests:

The River Church at Fort Myers

info@riverfortmyers.org
7051 Cypress Terrace, Suite 204 -205  Fort Myers, FL 33907

1 -239 – 237 – 2832

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  • The River Church At Fort Myers Inc.
  • 7051 Cypress Terrace, Suite 204-205 Fort Myers, FL 33907
  • 1-239-237-2832
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