Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 5, 2025

1. Introduction

   At MyCheerly, your privacy is our priority. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard it. This Privacy Policy explains:

   • The types of data we collect from users.
   • How we use, store, and protect that data.
   • Your rights and choices regarding your personal information.
   By using MyCheerly, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.

2. Information We Collect

   We collect different types of information to provide and improve our services.

   1. Personal Information

      When you sign up or use MyCheerly, we may collect:

      • Full Name
      • Email Address
      • Phone Number
      • Profile Picture (optional)
      • Church Affiliation (if applicable)
   2. Financial & Payment Information

      For processing donations and transactions, we collect:

      • Bank account details (for churches receiving donations).
      • Card details and mobile payment information (for members giving donations).
      • Transaction history and receipts.
      We do not store sensitive financial information. Payments are securely processed through third-party payment gateways.

   3. Church Information

      If you manage a church account, we may collect:

      • Church Name & Location
      • Church Administrator's Contact Details
      • Giving preferences & financial summaries

   4. Technical & Usage Data

      When you access MyCheerly, we automatically collect:

      • Device Information: Phone model, operating system, and browser type.
      • IP Address & Location (if enabled).
      • Usage Data: How you interact with the app, time spent, errors, and engagement metrics.

3. How We Use Your Information

   We use the collected data for the following purposes:

   • Processing Donations & Transactions – Ensuring secure and seamless giving experiences.
   • Enhancing User Experience – Personalizing content, notifications, and user preferences.
   • Church Engagement & Communication – Facilitating better connections between churches and members.
   • Security & Fraud Prevention – Detecting unauthorized access or suspicious activity.
   • Legal & Regulatory Compliance – Meeting obligations related to financial reporting and fraud prevention.

4. Data Sharing & Security Measures
   1. Who We Share Your Data With

      We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share information with:

      • Payment Processors – To facilitate donations and transactions securely.
      • Cloud Hosting Providers – To store and protect data.
      • Law Enforcement – If required by law or to prevent fraud.

   2. Security Measures in Place
      

      🔒 Data Encryption – Protects sensitive information during transmission and storage.
      🔒 Access Controls – Limits data access to authorized personnel only.
      🔒 Regular Audits – Periodic security checks to address vulnerabilities.

5. Your Rights & Control Over Your Data

   You have the right to:

   • Access & Update Your Information – Edit personal details via your profile.
   • Request Data Deletion – Permanently remove your account and data upon request.
   • Manage Notification Preferences – Choose what alerts and emails you receive.
   📩 For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

6. Cookies Notice
   1. What Are Cookies?
      • To ensure the platform works properly
      • To remember your preferences and login state
      • To analyze platform usage and improve performance
      • To deliver relevant content and measure ad performance
   2. Types of Cookies
      • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for basic operations.
      • Performance Cookies: Help us understand user behavior.
      • Functional Cookies: Save preferences like language or region.
      • Analytics Cookies: Monitor performance and usage.
      • Marketing Cookies: Provide targeted advertising.
   3. Third-Party Cookies

      You can control cookie preferences through:

      • Our Cookie Consent Banner
      • Your browser settings
      • Opt-out tools such as Google Analytics Opt-Out
      Note: Disabling cookies may affect your user experience.

   4. Updates to the Cookie Policy

      We may revise our cookie practices as technologies evolve. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date.

      If you have questions about cookies, contact us at: support@mycheerly.com

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

   We may update this policy periodically to reflect service improvements and regulatory changes. We will notify you in case of major updates.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

   If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at: 📧 Email: support@mycheerly.com