Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The South Africa Cape Town Mission (SACTM) Alumni website ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide:

• Name (first, last, and maiden name if applicable)
• Email address
• Phone number (optional)
• Mission service dates and areas served
• Current location and occupation
• Photos (mission and current)
• Biographical information and mission experiences
• Social media profile links (optional)

Information Automatically Collected:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage your user account
• Enable you to connect with other mission alumni
• Display your profile to other registered users (subject to your privacy settings)
• Send you administrative information and updates
• Notify you about reunion events and mission-related activities
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website and user experience
• Maintain the security and integrity of our website

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following situations:

• With Other Users: Your profile information will be visible to other registered alumni, subject to your privacy settings
• With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when you give us explicit consent
• For Legal Purposes: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, user information may be transferred

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Choices

You have control over your information:

• Profile Visibility: You can choose which parts of your profile are visible to other users
• Contact Information: You can opt to hide your email and phone number from other users
• Account Deletion: You may request deletion of your account at any time
• Data Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Corrections: You can update or correct your information through your profile settings

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Keep you logged in to your account
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve website functionality

You can control cookie settings through your browser. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are under 18, please do not provide any information on this website.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

10. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our Contact Page.

You may also email us at: privacy@sactm.com