Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 6/1/2025
At First Church, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when you opt in to receive text messages from us.
1. Information We Collect
When you opt in to receive SMS communications from First Church, we may collect the following types of information:
Your mobile phone number
Your name (if provided)
Preferences or interests related to church communications
Interaction data related to our messages (e.g., message opens, responses)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
Send you important updates, announcements, and reminders about First Church services and events
Share encouraging messages or devotionals
Respond to your inquiries and provide support
Improve the quality and relevance of our communications
3. Data Sharing and Compliance
We are committed to protecting your data. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
4. Your Choices and Opt-Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages from First Church at any time by replying “STOP” to any of our messages. Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile provider.
5. Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information and ensure that it is not lost, misused, accessed, disclosed, or altered.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
First Church, 875 S. Walnut Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501