This Privacy Policy explains how WorshipConnect (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website, create an account, or use our platform to connect churches and worship musicians.
By using WorshipConnect, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Who we are
WorshipConnect is a platform designed to help churches, worship leaders, and musicians connect, schedule and manage worship services and related activities.
Contact Us
Email: support@worshipconnect.app
Address: New York, NY, USA
For privacy-related requests, users may contact us at support@worshipconnect.app
2. Information we collect
We collect different types of information in order to provide and improve our service:
2.1 Information you provide to us
- Account information: name, email address, password, profile photo.
- Profile details (Churches): church name, location, denomination (optional), service times, contact person.
- Profile details (Musicians): instruments, skills, experience, availability, location.
- Booking & communication data: messages between churches and musicians, booking requests, confirmations, notes related to services.
- Payment-related information: we may collect limited billing details (like country, currency, and transaction metadata). We do not store full payment card details. Payments are processed by third-party providers (e.g. Stripe) under their own privacy policies.
- Support communications: messages or emails you send to our support.
2.2 Information collected automatically
- Usage data: pages visited, buttons clicked, features used, timestamps.
- Device and log data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type.
- Cookies and similar technologies: small data files to remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and analyze usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect some features of the platform.
- Mobile App Data: When using the WorshipConnect mobile app, we may collect app usage data, crash reports, and device identifiers necessary to maintain app performance and security.
We do not use personal data for cross-app tracking or third-party advertising purposes.
3. How we use your information
We use your information to:
Provide and maintain the service
- Create and manage your account.
- Connect churches and musicians based on preferences and location.
- Enable bookings, communication, and coordination.
Improve the experience
- Understand how users interact with the platform.
- Develop new features and workflows.
- Show relevant content and suggestions.
Communicate with you
- Send important updates about your account.
- Respond to support requests.
- Send optional product updates (opt-out available).
Security & Legal
- Facilitate secure payments via partners.
- Detect fraud and comply with laws.
4. Legal bases for processing (EEA/UK users)
If you are in the European Economic Area or the UK, we process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
- Performance of a contract: to provide you with the service you signed up for.
- Legitimate interests: to improve our services, prevent abuse, and support normal business operations.
- Consent: when you opt in to certain types of communication or cookies.
- Legal obligation: when required to comply with law.
5. How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with:
- Other users: Churches can see relevant info from musicians (and vice versa) to coordinate services. Contact details are shared only when necessary for a confirmed booking.
- Service providers: Hosting providers, Payment processors (Stripe), Email/Analytics tools. They are strictly bound to protect your data.
- Authentication Providers: We may use third-party authentication providers such as Apple Sign-In and Google Sign-In to allow users to log in securely. These providers may receive limited information required to authenticate users, in accordance with their own privacy policies.
- Legal and safety: If required by law, or to protect rights, safety, or property.
6. Data retention
We keep your information only as long as necessary to provide the service, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. You can request account deletion by contacting support.
7. Security
We use encrypted connections (HTTPS), limited data access, and secure storage practices. However, no method of transmission is 100% secure.
8. Children’s privacy
WorshipConnect is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age.
9. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Restriction or objection to processing.
- Data portability.
To exercise these rights, please contact us via email.
10. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes. Your continued use of WorshipConnect implies acceptance of the new terms.