Disclaimers

New Hope Missionary Baptist Church—North Charleston strives to provide current, accurate, and helpful information on this website. However, we cannot be held responsible for any losses or damages resulting from reliance on the information provided. 

Our website may include links to external websites or display data from other sources. Once you leave our site, our privacy practices no longer apply. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, products, or services offered on any linked website.

Privacy Policy

We value your privacy. This policy explains how New Hope Missionary Baptist Church – North Charleston collects, uses, and protects personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information, such as your name, address, phone number, and email address, to communicate with you or provide services. Additional information may be collected when you:

• Register for events, conferences, or activities.
• Request access to online contribution systems
• Participate in church ministries.
• Complete forms or submit inquiries

Some information may be sensitive. When possible, we will explain why the information is being collected. If certain information is not provided, we may be unable to offer specific services or assistance.

Visitors may browse our website without revealing personal information unless they voluntarily submit it through forms, registrations, or online interactions. We do not collect personal information unless it is knowingly and voluntarily provided.

2. How We Use Your Information

Personal information is used only for the purpose disclosed at the time of collection or as outlined in this policy. We will not use your information for any other purpose without your consent unless required by law.

We may use your information to:

• Maintain your involvement with the church.
• Provide newsletters, updates, or ministry information.
• Deliver services or products you request
• Respond to inquiries
• Register yourself for events or activities.
• Improve our website and ministry services.
• Inform you of events, services, or developments that may interest you.
• Work with trusted third‑party partners who assist in church operations

You may opt out of promotional communication at any time.

3. Access to Your Information

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you. If your information is outdated or incorrect, you may request corrections. If you wish to have your information deleted, we will do so wherever practicable.

Please get in touch with the Church Secretary/Administrator to request updates or removal.

4. Website Registration

Some areas of our website require registration. When registering, you may be asked to provide contact information such as your name and email address. This information helps us provide the services you have requested.

Cookies

Our website uses temporary cookies to allow secure access to protected pages. These cookies store session information and expire when you close your browser.

Links to Other Websites

Our website contains links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any website that collects personal information.

5. Photos, Names & Contact Information

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. To safeguard minors:

• We do not post full names, addresses, or phone numbers of children in public areas of our website.
• First names may be used.
• Group photos of children participating in events may be posted.

Parents may complete a Publication/Website Picture Permission Form to refuse permission for their child’s photo or name to appear online. Forms are available upon request from the church office.

Access to member information is restricted through password‑protected areas provided to on‑site attendees. Members may update or opt out of displaying their information by calling the church office at (843) 744‑1025.

6. Security

We take reasonable steps to secure personal information stored on our servers and in secure files. Please note:

• Email is not a secure method of transmission.
• Private areas of our website are protected by passwords and SSL encryption (indicated by a padlock symbol).

We cannot guarantee the security of information sent via email or prevent unauthorized access beyond reasonable measures.

7. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The most current version will always be available on our website. We encourage you to review it regularly.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or suggestions regarding this disclaimer or privacy policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: nhopembc@2900newhope.live 

📞 Church Office: (843) 744‑1025 

You may also reach us through the Contact Us form on our website.