At Understanding Mission, a website provided by Langham Partnership UK and Ireland ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website and engage with our free Bible course.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

a. Information You Provide:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Church or group affiliation (optional)
  • Any information submitted via contact forms, registration forms, or surveys

b. Automatically Collected Information:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and duration of visit
  • Date and time of your access
  • Device information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide you access to the Bible course and video lessons
  • Send course-related updates and resources
  • Respond to queries and feedback
  • Improve the website and user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations

We will not use your personal information for any marketing purposes unrelated to Langham Partnership's initiatives unless you have explicitly opted in.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Recognize you when you return to our website
  • Analyze site performance and improve user experience

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (such as Google Analytics) to help analyze how users interact with the website. These services may collect information as part of their provision of service, subject to their own privacy policies.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information:

  • With service providers who assist us in operating our website and services (e.g., hosting providers)
  • If required by law or to protect legal rights

6. Data Storage and Security

We store your personal data securely and use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction of your information.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Request correction or deletion of your personal data
  • Withdraw consent where applicable
  • Object to the processing of your personal data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. Retention of Information

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law.

9. Links to External Sites

Our website may contain links to other websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website and course are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last updated" date will be revised accordingly.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us.

Thank you for trusting Understanding Mission. We value your privacy and your participation in our mission-focused Bible study journey.