Privacy Policy for Hosanna Bible Baptist Church International
Hosanna Bible Baptist Church International (“HosannaBBC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals worldwide who access hosannabbc.org or interact with our online platforms. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information based on widely recognized international privacy standards.



1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect personal information when you:

 	

Submit prayer requests or praise reports;

 	

Complete contact or registration forms;

 	

Sign up for events or ministries online;

 	

Respond to Google Forms or similar tools;

 	

Interact with our official social media accounts.


This may include:

 	

Name;

 	

Email address;

 	

Phone number;

 	

Location details (if provided);

 	

Any other information you voluntarily submit.


1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

 	

IP address;

 	

Browser and device information;

 	

Pages visited and time spent on the site;

 	

General usage and interaction data.


This helps us improve the performance and functionality of our website.



2. Use of Personal Information
We may use collected information to:

 	

Respond to inquiries and communication;

 	

Provide prayer and ministry-related support;

 	

Share announcements, updates, and event information;

 	

Coordinate church programs and administrative tasks;

 	

Maintain the security and proper functioning of our website and online platforms;

 	

Comply with relevant operational or organizational requirements.


We do not sell or rent personal information.



3. International Data Handling
Because our website may be accessed worldwide, information you submit may be processed or stored in countries outside your own. Regardless of location, we apply privacy and security standards consistent with widely accepted international practices.



4. External Links
Our website may include links to external sites such as Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Google Forms, or other third-party pages. This Privacy Policy applies only to HosannaBBC. Once you leave our website, the privacy practices of the destination site govern your data.



5. Social Media Interactions
Information you share through our official social media pages is subject to the policies of those platforms. We only access information that is publicly available or voluntarily provided by you through direct interaction.



6. Online Forms and Submissions
Information submitted through Google Forms or similar tools is securely stored on those platforms. Access is restricted to authorized ministry personnel and used solely for its intended purpose.



7. Data Protection and Website Security
HosannaBBC implements reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect personal information, including:

 	

HTTPS-secured website connections;

 	

Password-protected administrative systems;

 	

Limited access among authorized ministry staff;

 	

Ongoing monitoring and updates of digital platforms;

 	

Secure local storage systems and cloud-based storage services;

 	

Internal website management and maintenance.


Our website is maintained internally by Hosanna Bible Baptist Church. No external party or third-party administrator manages, operates, or oversees the site, aside from our designated hosting provider.
These measures help ensure that your information is handled responsibly and securely.



8. Your Rights
Depending on the laws in your region, you may have rights such as:

 	

Accessing the personal information you have provided;

 	

Requesting corrections or updates;

 	

Requesting deletion of your information where appropriate;

 	

Limiting or objecting to specific uses of your information;

 	

Withdrawing consent when processing is based on consent.


You may contact us using the information below to make such requests.



9. Children’s Privacy
HosannaBBC does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental or guardian consent.
If a minor under 13 accesses our website or social media platforms, such access is understood as implied parental authorization. HosannaBBC is not responsible for any information a minor voluntarily provides online.



10. Financial Solicitation and Fraud Prevention
Hosanna Bible Baptist Church does not solicit money, financial contributions, or payments through private messages or unofficial channels.
We urge caution against fraudulent communications from individuals falsely claiming affiliation with the church. Official communication is conducted exclusively through our verified accounts and platforms. Any request for money or sensitive information should be ignored and reported to us immediately.



11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our operations or digital tools. Updated versions will be posted here with a revised effective date.



12. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or data-related requests, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Data Protection Officer
Email: dpo@hosannabbc.org
Address: San Simon 1, Bacarra, 2916, Ilocos Norte, Philippines
Last updated: December 12, 2025 	 9:28 PM