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Privacy Policy

Introduction
Guiding Lights (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you interact with our site.

By using this website, you agree to the terms in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Contact form submissions: name, email address, phone number, message content

  • Newsletter or event sign-ups

  • Donation information (processed through a secure third-party provider – we do not store full payment card details)

Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device used

  • Pages viewed and time spent on site

  • Cookies and similar tracking tools (see Section 6)

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Respond to messages, questions, and service requests

  • Provide community resources or send newsletters (only if you opt-in)

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Track analytics to understand who is using our site and how

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share information only with:

  • Trusted service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., Wix, email newsletter platforms, donation processors)

  • Government or legal authorities if required by law

These parties may only use your information to perform services on our behalf.

4. Donations & Payments

If donations or payments are made through this website, they are handled by a secure third-party (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, GiveButter, etc.).
We do not receive or store full credit card information.

5. Communications & Opt-Out

If you subscribe to communications:

  • You may opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in an email
    or contacting us at: [insert email]

6. Cookies & Tracking Tools

This site may use cookies or analytics tools to:

  • Improve performance

  • Remember preferences

  • Track general visitor behavior

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secured website hosting

  • Access limits for administrative accounts

  • Use of encrypted third-party processors for financial data

However, no website can guarantee 100% security.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under age 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Your Privacy Rights

You may request:

  • Access to the information we have about you

  • Correction of inaccurate information

  • Deletion of your information (unless legally required to retain it)

To request any of these, please contact us at the email below.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or need accommodations, contact us:

Email: GuidingLIGHTSMN@gmail.com

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

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