Salemefc.org Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 19, 2026
At Salem, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, specifically regarding our SMS (text messaging) communications.
Effective Date: March 19, 2026
At Salem, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, specifically regarding our SMS (text messaging) communications.
1. Information We Collect
We collect your mobile phone number only when you voluntarily provide it to us (e.g., via a connection card, website contact form, or verbal request).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your phone number to communicate with you regarding:
- Pastoral care and prayer requests.
- Volunteer coordination and schedule reminders.
- Church event updates and emergency notifications.
3. Sharing of Information (10DLC Compliance)
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above 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 Rights
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages from us at any time. To stop receiving text messages, simply reply STOP to any message you receive from us. After you send the message "STOP" to us, we will send you one reply to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our communication practices, please contact us by email or by calling the office at 218-331-1075.
7. SMS Terms of Service
By opting into SMS from Salem EFC, you agree to receive text messages for pastoral care and church updates. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates apply. Reply STOP to cancel at any time. Reply HELP for assistance.