Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Cloud of Witnesses

Last Updated: September 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

Cloud of Witnesses ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and platform ("Service").

By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile details

  • Testimonies and Stories: Personal faith narratives, spiritual influences, and related content

  • Contact Information: When you reach out to us or subscribe to updates

  • Donation Information: Payment details processed through third-party payment processors

  • Communications: Messages you send to us or other users

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the Service

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system

  • Cookies and Tracking: Data collected through cookies and similar technologies

  • Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Payment Processors: Transaction confirmations and donation records

  • Social Media: If you connect social media accounts or share our content

  • Referenced Individuals: Information provided when people verify or expand on testimonies

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3.1 Primary Uses

  • Service Provision: Creating and maintaining your account, displaying testimonies

  • Community Building: Connecting users through spiritual influences and shared stories

  • Communication: Sending service updates, newsletters, and responses to inquiries

  • Donation Processing: Managing contributions and providing tax receipts

  • Platform Improvement: Analyzing usage to enhance features and user experience

3.2 Legal and Safety Uses

  • Compliance: Meeting legal obligations and responding to lawful requests

  • Safety: Protecting against fraud, abuse, and harmful activities

  • Rights Protection: Enforcing our Terms of Service and protecting our rights

3.3 Marketing and Outreach

  • Fundraising: Communicating about donation opportunities and organizational updates

  • Content Promotion: Sharing featured testimonies and platform updates

  • Church Partnerships: Facilitating connections with ministry organizations

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

4.1 Public Information

  • Published Testimonies: Stories you choose to publish are publicly visible

  • User Profiles: Basic profile information associated with your testimonies

  • Spiritual Connections: Links between testimonies showing spiritual influences

4.2 Controlled Sharing

  • Referenced Individuals: We may contact people mentioned in testimonies to invite participation

  • Church Partners: Aggregated, non-identifying data about community engagement

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate the platform

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request

4.3 With Your Consent

  • Promotional Use: Featuring your story in marketing materials (with explicit permission)

  • Media Interviews: Connecting you with journalists or researchers (with your approval)

  • Speaking Opportunities: Facilitating invitations to share your testimony

5. DATA SECURITY

5.1 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest

  • Regular security assessments and updates

  • Access controls and employee training

  • Secure hosting and backup procedures

5.2 Limitations

No internet transmission is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

6.1 Access and Control

  • Account Access: View and update your account information

  • Testimony Management: Edit or delete your published stories

  • Communication Preferences: Control email notifications and updates

  • Data Portability: Request copies of your personal information

6.2 Deletion Rights

  • Account Deletion: Request removal of your account and associated data

  • Content Removal: Delete specific testimonies or references

  • Marketing Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from promotional communications

6.3 Referenced Individual Rights

If you are mentioned in someone else's testimony:

  • Notification: We may inform you of references to your spiritual influence

  • Correction: Request factual corrections to your portrayal

  • Removal: Ask to be removed from public display of testimonies

  • Response: Provide your own perspective on shared spiritual experiences

7. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

7.1 Age Requirements

Our Service is intended for users 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

7.2 Parental Rights

Parents have the right to:

  • Review information we have about their child

  • Request deletion of their child's information

  • Refuse further collection or use of their child's information

7.3 Children in Testimonies

When testimonies reference minors:

  • Only first names and spiritual influence should be shared

  • Identifying details must be limited

  • Parental consent is encouraged for specific references

8. COOKIES AND TRACKING

8.1 Types of Cookies

  • Essential: Required for basic website functionality

  • Analytics: Help us understand how users interact with our Service

  • Preferences: Remember your settings and choices

  • Marketing: Track engagement with our promotional content

8.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may limit functionality.

9. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

9.1 Payment Processors

We use third-party payment processors for donations. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies.

9.2 Analytics and Tools

We may use services like Google Analytics, which collect data according to their own privacy policies.

9.3 Social Media Integration

Social sharing features may transmit information to social media platforms according to their privacy practices.

10. DATA RETENTION

10.1 Account Information

We retain your account information while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion.

10.2 Published Testimonies

Stories remain on our platform unless you specifically request deletion or we determine removal is necessary.

10.3 Communication Records

We retain communications for customer service and legal compliance purposes.

11. INTERNATIONAL USERS

Cloud of Witnesses is based in the United States. If you are accessing our Service from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

12. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS

12.1 CCPA Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:

  • Right to know what personal information we collect

  • Right to delete personal information

  • Right to opt-out of sale of personal information

  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

12.2 Shine the Light Law

California residents may request information about our disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes.

13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

13.1 Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through:

  • Prominent notice on our website

  • Email notification to registered users

  • Updated "Last Modified" date

13.2 Continued Use

Your continued use of the Service after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

For privacy-related questions or requests, email hello@cloudofwitnesses.co

For specific privacy rights requests, please include:

  • Your full name and email address

  • Specific information or action requested

  • Verification of your identity