Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/01/2025

At INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP MINISTRIES, INC (IFM) we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.ifmga.org, to register for events, or use our services such as Arts and English classes.

Please read this policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information when you use our website or services:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
Payment Information: Credit card details and billing information for event registration and class sign-ups.
Usage Data: Information collected automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior through cookies (optional).

We collect this data through online forms, event registrations, class sign-ups, and other activities you engage in on our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

To process your registration for events and classes.
To send you updates about our events, classes, and other services.
To process payments securely for class registrations and other services.
To respond to inquiries and support requests.
To maintain contact with you while you are engaged with our organization.

3. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information as long as you are actively engaged with our services, such as attending classes or participating in events. Once you are no longer connected with us, we will securely delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to keep it by law.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. This includes using encryption, secure payment gateways, and other physical and electronic safeguards to protect your data.

5. Sharing of Your Information

We do not share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may, however, share your information in the following situations:

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who help us with event registration, payment processing, or other necessary services. These vendors are contractually obligated to protect your information.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, such as in response to a subpoena or other legal process.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: You can request to update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
Opt-Out: You can choose to opt out of receiving promotional emails or communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device and help us remember your preferences or understand how you interact with our site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. International Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your personal information may be transferred to and stored in the United States. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

International Friendship Ministries

office@ifmga.org

706-653-0097

2308 Hilton Ave,

Columbus GA 31906