Privacy Policy
These are the Privacy Terms that we at Discipleship Bible Baptist Church adhere to:
Effective Date: July 12, 2026
Discipleship Bible Baptist Church ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use,
protect, and disclose information when you visit https://discipleshipbbc.org ("Website").
By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily submit through our Website, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Mailing address
- Prayer requests
- Contact form messages
- Information provided when requesting additional information about our church or ministries
You are never required to provide personal information simply to browse our Website.
Automatically Collected Information
Like many websites, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visits
- Referring website
- General geographic location (city or region)
This information is used for website analytics, security, and improving user experience.
2. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use our Website.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember user preferences
- Measure website traffic
- Improve Website performance
- Analyze visitor behavior through Google Analytics
You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Some Website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
3. Google Analytics
Our Website uses Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.
Our Website uses Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Device information
- Browser information
- Approximate geographic location
Google Analytics does not provide us with personally identifying information unless you voluntarily submit it elsewhere.
For more information about Google's privacy practices, visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
You may opt out of Google Analytics by using Google's browser add-on.
4. Third-Party Services
Our Website may use trusted third-party services, including:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- YouTube
- AddToAny sharing tools
- Tawk.to Live Chat
These providers may collect information according to their own privacy policies.
We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they use through our Website.
5. Contact Forms and Communications
When you contact us through our Website, we use your information only to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Answer questions
- Provide requested information
- Communicate regarding church ministries or events
We do not sell your personal information.
6. Prayer Requests
Prayer requests submitted through our Website are treated with care.
If you request that your prayer request remain confidential, we will make reasonable efforts to limit access to church leadership or those designated to pray confidentially.
Please avoid including highly sensitive personal or medical information unless necessary.
7. Children's Privacy
Our Website is intended for a general audience.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.
If we learn that personal information has been collected from a child in violation of applicable law, we will promptly delete the information.
Parents who believe their child has submitted personal information may contact us using the information below.
8. Email Communications
If you voluntarily provide your email address, we may occasionally send information regarding:
- Church announcements
- Upcoming events
- Ministry opportunities
- Schedule changes
- Other church-related communications
You may request removal from future communications at any time.
9. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information only when necessary:
- To comply with applicable law
- To protect the safety of our church or visitors
- With trusted service providers assisting in Website operation
- With your consent
You may request removal from future communications at any time.
10. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information submitted through our Website.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. External Links
Our Website may contain links to external websites, including social media platforms and ministry partners.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
Visitors should review the privacy policies of those websites independently.
12. Your Choices
You may:
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
- Request access to personal information you have provided
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of information where appropriate
- Request that we discontinue communications
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
13. North Carolina Residents
Discipleship Bible Baptist Church is located in North Carolina and operates in accordance with applicable federal and North Carolina laws.
North Carolina currently does not provide a comprehensive consumer privacy statute comparable to certain other states; however, we are committed to respecting your privacy and handling personal information responsibly.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes become effective when posted on this page.
The Effective Date at the top of this policy indicates when the policy was last revised.
15. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of personal information, please contact us:
Discipleship Bible Baptist Church
178 Longbrook Rd.
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 725-4477
https://discipleshipbbc.org
church@discipleshipbbc.org
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy-related inquiries in a timely manner.