Effective Date: July 8, 2026
At Impact Church of the Woodlands (“Impact Church,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, participate in our ministries, or communicate with us online.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect the following information:
Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Prayer requests
- Event registration information
- Volunteer interests
- Ministry involvement
- Information submitted through contact forms or other online forms
Online Giving
If you choose to make a donation online, your payment information is processed securely through our third-party giving provider. Impact Church does not store your complete credit card or banking information on our website.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of your visit
- Referral websites
- General website usage statistics
This information helps us improve our website and better serve our visitors.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your questions and requests
- Communicate about church services, ministries, and events
- Process event registrations
- Manage volunteer opportunities
- Send newsletters and ministry updates (when you have opted in)
- Process charitable donations
- Improve our website and online experience
- Maintain the security and functionality of our website
- Comply with legal obligations
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or ministry updates, we may send you emails regarding church news, upcoming events, and ministry opportunities.
You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Prayer Requests
Prayer requests submitted through our website are treated with care. Depending on the option you select, your request may be shared with designated prayer team members or church staff for the purpose of prayer and pastoral care.
Please avoid including sensitive personal or medical information that you do not wish to share.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies help us:
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve website performance
- Understand how visitors use our website
We may also use trusted third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to help us understand website usage. These services may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.
Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or utilize third-party services, including:
- Online giving platforms
- Video hosting services
- Social media platforms
- Email marketing services
- Event registration tools
These third parties operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.
Children’s Privacy
We care deeply about the safety and privacy of children.
Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the personal information entrusted to us.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable security measures, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only when necessary to:
- Provide requested ministry services
- Process donations
- Work with trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or ministries
- Comply with legal obligations or protect the safety and rights of our church and community
Your Choices
You may:
- Request access to the personal information we have about you
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Request removal of your information, when appropriate
- Opt out of marketing emails at any time
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Impact Church of the Woodlands
5401 Shadowbend Place
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Phone: (281) 363-0220
Email: info@myimpactchurch.org