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Privacy Policy

Bent Tree Church Website Privacy Policy & Legal Disclaimer

 

Last updated: 2025

 

At Bent Tree Church (“Bent Tree,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. Any information that we collect is used to provide the best possible experience for visitors and to support the ministries of our church.

 

By using a website maintained by Bent Tree Church, you agree to the terms set forth below. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not use this website.

 

Important: This Privacy Policy is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. You may wish to consult an attorney to ensure this policy meets all applicable legal requirements for your situation.

 

 

A. Privacy Policy Overview

 

Bent Tree Church reviews this Privacy Policy periodically, and we reserve the right, at our discretion, to modify or remove portions of it at any time. This page should be reviewed from time to time so that you can be aware of any changes.

 

This Privacy Policy applies to all websites produced and operated by Bent Tree Church.

 

If you want to communicate with us about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

 

 

 

B. Information We Collect & How We Use It

 

 

1. Information You Voluntarily Provide

As a general policy, no personally identifiable information—such as a visitor’s name, address, email address, telephone number, or credit card information—is automatically collected on our websites.

 

We collect personally identifiable information only when you knowingly and voluntarily submit it, for example when you:

 

  • Fill out a contact form

  • Sign up for a newsletter or email list

  • Register for an event or group

  • Make an online donation or payment

  • Request information or resources

 

Bent Tree Church uses this information only for the purpose for which it was submitted, unless we disclose other uses in this Privacy Policy or at the time of collection. Examples include:

 

  • Responding to your inquiries and prayer requests

  • Processing donations, registrations, or purchases

  • Communicating about events, ministries, or updates you’ve requested

  • Maintaining accurate records for ministry and administrative purposes

 

 

2. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our websites, we and our technology partners may automatically collect certain non-personally identifiable information, such as:

 

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page

  • Referring website

 

We use this information in the aggregate to help us understand traffic patterns, improve our website design and content, and enhance your online experience.

 

 

C. Sharing of Information

 

Bent Tree Church does not sell or rent personally identifiable information to third parties.

 

We may share your information in the following limited ways:

 

  • Service Providers / Ministry Partners: With trusted third-party providers who help us operate our website, process donations or registrations, send emails, provide analytics, or otherwise support our ministries. These providers are permitted to use your information only to perform services on our behalf.

  • Legal Requirements: When required to do so by law, or in response to a valid legal request (such as a subpoena, court order, or government inquiry).

  • Protection of Rights: When necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bent Tree Church, our staff, volunteers, congregation, or others.

 

We maintain reasonable and appropriate safeguards to help ensure the security, integrity, and privacy of the information in our possession.

 

We reserve the right to monitor visitor traffic patterns and website usage to help us develop the design and layout of our websites and to enhance your online experience.

 

 

D. Security

 

Our technology partners use industry-standard internet security measures to protect your information.

 

  • When you submit sensitive information (such as payment or donation information) through our website, it may be transmitted using Transport Layer Security (TLS), commonly referred to as “HTTPS” or “SSL encryption.”

  • Encrypted connections are typically indicated by a lock icon and/or “https” in your browser’s address bar.

 

While we strive to use commercially reasonable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

 

E. Cookies & Similar Technologies

 

Cookies are small bits of information that are stored by your browser on your computer’s hard drive. We and our technology providers may use cookies and similar technologies to:

 

  • Remember your preferences and settings

  • Enhance and personalize your experience on our website

  • Understand how visitors use our site and improve our content

 

Our cookies do not contain personally identifying information about you.

 

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually change your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Users should consult their browser help files for instructions on how to manage cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how some parts of our website function.

 

Visitors may also receive cookies from third parties (for example, embedded content or analytics services), but Bent Tree Church cannot control the content or behavior of those cookies.

 

 

F. Promotions, Contests, and Surveys

 

From time to time, Bent Tree Church may run promotions, contests, or surveys on our websites that require the submission of personally identifiable information by participants.

 

We may use the information collected:

 

  • To administer the promotion or contest

  • To contact participants as described at the time of entry

  • In aggregate form to understand participation and engagement

 

Participation in these activities is completely voluntary. Promotions and contests are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

 

 

G. Links to Other Websites

 

Our websites may contain links to websites that are not operated by Bent Tree Church or affiliated companies. Bent Tree Church is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party websites.

 

Our sites may also contain links to websites operated by companies or ministries affiliated with Bent Tree Church. Visitors to those websites should refer to their separate privacy policies and practices.

 

Once you leave a Bent Tree Church website, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

 

 

H. Children’s Privacy

 

Bent Tree Church cares deeply about the safety and privacy of children.

 

Our websites are not primarily directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information online from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are under 13, please do not submit personal information through our websites without the involvement of a parent or guardian.

 

If a parent or guardian believes that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without consent, please contact us at office@benttreechurch.com so we can take appropriate steps to remove that information.

 

 

I. Technology & Ministry Partners

 

Bent Tree Church partners with technology providers to deliver the best possible online experience and support our ministries (such as online giving, communications, and event registration). These providers have their own privacy practices, which govern how they handle information on their platforms.

 

We encourage you to review their Privacy Policies:

 

 

Additional vendors may be used from time to time; their privacy policies will apply to any information you provide directly through their systems.

 

 

J. Your Choices

 

Depending on how you interact with us, you may have the following choices:

 

  • Email Communications: You can unsubscribe from church-wide emails or newsletters by using the “unsubscribe” link in an email or by contacting us at office@benttreechurch.com.

  • Updating Information: You may request that we update, correct, or remove your contact information in our records.

  • Privacy Requests: Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws. You can always contact us with questions or requests about how your personal information is used.

 

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Legal Disclaimer

 

Thank you for taking the time to visit this Bent Tree Church website and reviewing our Legal Disclaimer.

 

 

Disclaimer of Liability

 

In preparation for this site, every effort has been made to offer the most current, correct, and clearly expressed information possible. Nevertheless, inadvertent errors in information may occur, and information may become dated over time.

 

Without limiting the foregoing, Bent Tree Church disclaims any responsibility for typographical errors or for the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information that may be contained on Bent Tree Church’s websites. Bent Tree Church also reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

 

If misleading, inaccurate, or otherwise inappropriate information is brought to our attention, a reasonable effort will be made to correct or remove it. Please contact office@benttreechurch.com with any concerns.

 

 

Links to Third-Party Websites

 

The documents and pages on this website may provide access to the wider internet. Because the Bent Tree Church website connects to external websites, once you leave the Bent Tree Church website, Bent Tree Church cannot control the information you access.

 

Bent Tree Church links to external websites in the hope that users will find reference material on related subjects. Bent Tree Church does not control those sites and is not responsible for the content included in them, including, without limitation, any subsequent links contained within a linked site or any changes or updates to a linked site. Each individual site has its own policies about what information is appropriate for public access. Bent Tree Church is not responsible for any information or material located at any site other than official Bent Tree Church websites.

 

 

Disclaimer of Reliability

 

Bent Tree Church makes no representations or warranties regarding:

 

  • The condition or functionality of this website

  • Its suitability for use

  • That this web service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free

 

All information and services are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranty, express or implied.

 

 

Disclaimer of Damages

 

By using a Bent Tree Church website, you assume all risks associated with the use of the site, including any risk to your computer, software, or data being damaged by any virus, software, or other file that might be transmitted or activated via a Bent Tree Church website or your access to it.

 

Bent Tree Church shall not be liable for any damages of any kind (general, special, incidental, consequential, or punitive, including, without limitation, lost revenues or lost profits) resulting from the use or misuse of the information contained in or implied by a Bent Tree Church website.

 

 

Disclaimer of Endorsement

 

Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Bent Tree Church.

 

The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Bent Tree Church and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

 

 

Copyrights and Trademarks

 

Copyright © 2025 Bent Tree Church. All rights reserved.

 

All material on this website is copyrighted by Bent Tree Church, except for material copyrighted by others and used here by permission. Copyrighted material may not be copied, reproduced, or otherwise used for commercial purposes without the written permission of the copyright holder.

 

This site also contains trademarks that may not be appropriated by persons other than the trademark owner and may not be used contrary to trademark law.

 

If you wish to request permission to use materials in a manner otherwise prohibited herein, please contact us:

 

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