Privacy policy

Apostolic Praise Centre Privacy Policy

## Purpose Statement

The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to outline how Apostolic Praise Centre collects, uses, processes, and protects the personal information of our customers, employees, and partners. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is respected and protected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

## Scope

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, and third parties who handle personal information on behalf of Apostolic Praise Centre. It encompasses all forms of data, including but not limited to, digital, written, and verbal data related to our customers, employees, and business partners.

## Policy Guidelines and Requirements

### 1. Information Collection

Apostolic Praise Centre may collect personal information through various means, including:

- Direct interactions with customers (e.g., through website forms, customer service inquiries).

- Automated technologies (e.g., cookies, web beacons).

- Third-party sources (e.g., social media platforms, business partners).

### 2. Types of Personal Information Collected

- Personal identification details (name, contact information, etc.)

- Payment information (credit card details, billing address, etc.)

- Demographic data (age, gender, preferences, etc.)

- Account information (usernames, passwords, etc.)

### 3. Use of Personal Information

Apostolic Praise Centre may use personal information for the following purposes:

- To provide and improve our products and services

- To communicate with customers about their orders and inquiries

- To send promotional materials and newsletters (with consent)

- To comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests

- To conduct business operations and analyse data for strategic decision-making

### 4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Personal information will not be shared with third parties except:

- For necessary business operations (e.g., payment processing, shipping)

- With consent from the individual concerned

- To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests

### 5. Data Security

Pure and Clean is committed to safeguarding personal information through:

- Implementation of appropriate technical and organizational measures

- Regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with this policy

- Employee training on data protection and privacy practices

### 6. Data Retention

Personal information will be retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Specific retention periods will be determined based on the type of data and applicable legal requirements.

## Definitions

- **Personal Information: ** Any information that relates to an identifiable individual.

- **Data Processing: ** Any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, including collection, storage, usage, and deletion.

## Procedures and Processes

### 1. Data Access Requests

Individuals may request access to their personal information by contacting our Privacy Officer. We will respond to such requests within a reasonable time limit and in accordance with applicable laws.

### 2. Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach, Apostolic Praise Centre will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by law.

### 3. Employee Training

All employees handling personal information will receive training on data protection and privacy best practices to ensure compliance with this policy and relevant laws.

## Compliance Requirements

Apostolic Praise Centre is committed to complying with applicable privacy laws, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Non-compliance with this policy may result in disciplinary action and legal consequences.

## Disclaimers and Legal Considerations

This policy is subject to change, and Apostolic Praise Centre reserves the right to modify this policy at any time. Any changes will be communicated through our website. This policy does not create any contractual obligations or rights.

## Approval and Revision Information

- **Effective Date: ** [01/01/2025]

- **Last Reviewed: ** [15/02/2025]

- **Next Review Date: ** [Insert Date]

- **Approved by: ** [Graeme M Foster]

In conclusion, Apostolic Praise Centre is dedicated to maintaining the privacy and security of personal information while providing high-quality services to our customers. We encourage anyone with questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy to contact us directly.