Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 1st 2025

1. Introduction Revolution Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (https://www.riorevolution.com/) and engage with our services, including SMS communications.

2. Information We Collect We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal information (such as name, email address, phone number) when you submit forms, register for events, or communicate with us.
  • Non-personal information (such as browser type, IP address, and cookies) to improve website functionality and user experience.
  • Financial information when processing donations.
  • Information related to prayer requests, event registrations, and volunteer sign-ups.

3. How We Use Your Information Your information is used to:

  • Provide church services, events, and communications.
  • Send SMS messages with important updates and reminders (if consented to).
  • Process donations and financial transactions securely.
  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
  • Improve our website and services.
  • Facilitate volunteer opportunities and church engagement.

4. SMS Consent and Communication

A. SMS Consent Communication: The phone numbers obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

B. Types of SMS Communications: If you have consented to receive text messages from Revolution Church, you may receive messages related to:

  • Appointment reminders
  • Follow-up messages
  • Upcoming events
  • Requests to register

Example: “Hello, this is a reminder of your appointment with {Staff member} at Revolution Church on [Date] at [Time]. Reply STOP to opt out of SMS messaging at any time.”

C. Message Frequency: Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication. For example, you may receive up to two SMS messages per week related to an upcoming event.

D. Potential Fees for SMS Messaging: Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.

E. Opt-In Method: You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from Revolution Church in the following ways:

  • Verbally, during a conversation
  • By submitting an online form
  • By filling out a paper form

F. Opt-Out Method: You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply “STOP” to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.

G. Help: If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. Or, you can get help directly from us by sending an email to info@riorevolution.com.

H. Additional SMS Disclosure: If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms. Standard messaging disclosures include:

  • Message and data rates may apply.
  • You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”
  • For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our [Privacy Policy] and [Terms and Conditions] pages.
  • Message frequency may vary.
  • SMS consent and phone number will never be shared or sold to any third party or affiliates for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure. By using our website and services, you acknowledge this risk.

6. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. Donations and Financial Transactions

  • We collect financial information when processing donations, which is handled securely through third-party payment processors.
  • Your payment details are not stored on our servers.
  • Contributions made to Revolution Church are used for the support of ministry activities.

8. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and improve our services.
  • Users may disable cookies in their browser settings, though some website functionalities may be affected.

9. Children’s Privacy

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
  • Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal information should contact us for removal.

10. Your Rights You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information.
  • Request corrections to inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
  • Opt out of certain communications.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Revolution Church Email: info@riorevolution.com Website: https://www.riorevolution.com/