Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08/01/25

Yosemite Church is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. Any information that we collect is used to provide the best possible experience for visitors. By using a web site maintained by Yosemite Church, you agree to the terms set forth below. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not use this website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information You Provide: Such as your name, email address, phone number, or mailing address when you fill out a contact form, sign up for events, request prayer, or make an online donation.

  • Payment Information: If you choose to give online, your payment information is securely processed by PushPay. We do not store or have direct access to your full credit card or banking details.

  • Non-Personal Information: Such as your browser type, device information, IP address, and pages visited on our site. This helps us improve our website and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries, prayer requests, and ministry needs.

  • Register you for events, groups, or activities.

  • Process donations and provide giving statements.

  • Share updates, newsletters, or church communications (you may opt out at any time).

  • Improve the functionality, security, and usability of our website.

3. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy and will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. We may share information only with:

  • Trusted Service Providers: Such as payment processors, email services, or website hosting providers, solely to perform services on our behalf.

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the church, our members, or others.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather usage data. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

7. Your Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of receiving emails or newsletters by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us directly.

  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information by emailing us at office@yosemitechurch.com.

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

TEXT MESSAGING

Short Code Program Terms

  1. We will send messages to users including: announcements and reminders; responses to prayer requests and stories from individuals; notes of encouragement; answers to questions received; message series with devotional or other content; and periodic surveys. Periodically, we may also send messages asking users about donating towards the mission of Yosemite Church. Any charitable donation messages will direct users to a separate third party to collect all donations. Donations payable through a user’s wireless carrier bill will not be not permitted.

  2. You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text “STOP” to the short code. After you send the SMS message “STOP” to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, text “ycinfo” to opt back in and we will start sending SMS messages to you again.

  3. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

  4. As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency will vary and will also depend on the number of times you contact us or request a response. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider.

  5. All of the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

  6. Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Yosemite Church

2230 E. Yosemite Ave, Merced, CA 95340

(209) 383-5038

office@yosemitechurch.com