Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 8, 2026
Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide when using our site:
- Comments — Name (required), email (optional), and comment content. We store a one-way hash of your IP address to prevent duplicate submissions.
- Sighting Reports — Name, email, report details, and optional location information. We store a one-way hash of your IP address.
- Location Submissions — Name, email, and submission details.
- Ratings — Star rating, optional review text, and reviewer name. We store a one-way hash of your IP address.
- Account Registration — Email, username, and password (stored securely hashed) for clergy and team member accounts.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookies & Tracking
- Essential Cookies — ASP.NET session and authentication cookies, required for the site to function.
- Analytics — We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how visitors use our site. GA4 collects anonymized usage data such as pages visited, scroll depth, and referral sources. You can opt out using a browser extension.
Third-Party Services
- Google Maps API — Used on our Explore Map page. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
- Cloudflare Turnstile — Used on forms to prevent spam. Subject to Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.
- Google Analytics (GA4) — Used for site analytics. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
Data Retention
User-submitted content (comments, sighting reports, ratings) is retained indefinitely as part of our public archive. Account information is retained for the duration of your account. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data
- Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
Contact
For privacy-related questions or data requests, contact us at [email protected].