Cookie Policy

Last Updated: August, 2024

Rio Hondo Baptist Church ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website [Insert Website URL] to enhance your browsing experience, provide personalized services, and analyze website traffic. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and settings, so that your experience is more personalized and efficient on future visits.

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2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes, including:

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. Without these cookies, the website may not work correctly.

• Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data allows us to improve the website's performance and user experience.

• Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences and choices (such as your language or region) to provide a more personalized experience.

• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: We may use these cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and marketing content based on your interests and browsing behavior. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

3. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies provided by trusted partners for analytics, advertising, and social media integration. These third-party cookies are subject to the privacy policies of the respective providers, and we do not have control over them.

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4. Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You have the right to accept or reject cookies on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through the following methods:

• Browser Settings: Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the website.

• Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline cookies. Your preferences will be stored, and you can change them at any time by revisiting the banner or adjusting your browser settings.

• Opt-Out Tools: For certain types of cookies, such as those used for targeted advertising, you may have the option to opt out directly through the third-party provider's website or via industry opt-out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) or the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI).

5. Data Retention

The duration for which cookies are stored on your device varies. Some cookies are session-based and are deleted once you close your browser, while others are persistent and remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.

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6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

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7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us.