Privacy Policy

Introduction

Inspired Missions ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website inspiredmissions.com and any related services. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for email newsletters or updates
• Make a donation through our site
• Contact us via email or contact forms
• Participate in surveys or provide feedback

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Communication preferences
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• IP address and general location information
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Date and time of visits

Cookies, Local Storage, and Tracking Technologies

Cookies

We use minimal, essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function properly. These are first-party cookies and do not track you across other websites. We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any third-party tracking cookies on this website.

Local Storage

We use your browser's local storage to save:

• Your cookie consent preferences
• Administrative settings for newsletter management (admin users only)

This data is stored only on your device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third parties.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline cookies. Your preference will be saved so you won't be asked again. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or by clearing your browser's local storage. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Communication: To send you newsletters, updates about our mission work, and respond to your inquiries
• Donations: To process and acknowledge donations
• Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website content and functionality
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity
• Mission Updates: To keep supporters informed about our work in Cambodia

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations (such as payment processors), or sending communications (such as email service providers). These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of organizational assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our organization to another entity.
• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS technology
• Secure storage of sensitive information
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular security assessments and updates

However, please be aware that 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. If we become aware of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals in accordance with applicable laws.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Specific retention periods include:

• Donation Records: Retained for tax and accounting purposes as required by law (typically 7 years)
• Email Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Contact Form Inquiries: Retained for a reasonable period to respond to your inquiry and maintain records
• Website Analytics: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for statistical purposes

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information for certain purposes
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service provider
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where we rely on consent as legal basis
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@inspiredmissions.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services, including:

• Donation Platform: Donorbox (for processing donations)
• Social Media: Facebook, Instagram (for sharing our mission updates)
• Email Services: For delivering newsletters and communications

These third-party services have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as quickly as possible.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at info@inspiredmissions.com.

International Data Transfers

Inspired Missions is based in the United States, and our missionaries serve in Cambodia. Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

By using our website and providing your information, you consent to such transfers. We will take appropriate steps to ensure that your personal information receives an adequate level of protection wherever it is processed.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@inspiredmissions.com.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right of access to your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling

Our legal basis for processing your information includes: consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, and legitimate interests in operating our ministry and communicating with supporters.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or email updates, we will send you periodic communications about our mission work in Cambodia, ministry updates, and opportunities to support our work. You can unsubscribe at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email
• Contacting us at info@inspiredmissions.com

Please note that even if you unsubscribe from marketing emails, we may still send you administrative emails related to donations or direct inquiries.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification to registered users (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Compliance and Governance

Inspired Missions operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (Tax ID: 81-3757343) and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy protection and data security. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding data privacy and protection.

Our ministers operate in Cambodia under the NGO Water of Life Cambodia, and we adhere to both U.S. and Cambodian laws regarding data privacy and protection.