Privacy Policy

Online Privacy Policy Agreement

Last updated: Dec. 11, 2023

The Hurst Texas Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal contact information when you interact with our website or submit information to us via the website. By using our website (hursttexasstake.org), you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Please be assured that this site will only collect information that you knowingly and willingly provide to us. It is the intent of this site to use personal information only for the purpose for which it was requested and specifically provided for in this Policy.

We may collect the following types of personal contact information when you interact with our website:

  1. Name, Email Address and Phone Number: We may collect this information for the purpose of content attribution, as a point of contact, event or class registration, newsletter distribution and to follow up on any submissions or inquiries you make.

  2. Address or general location and/or congregation: This information may be collected as part of legal paperwork for registration, participant release forms, articles, reports and testimonials.

The data we collect from your visit will be stored for no longer than necessary. The length of time we retain data will be determined based upon the following criteria: the length of time your personal information remains relevant; the length of time it is reasonable to keep records to demonstrate that we have fulfilled our duties and obligations; any limitation periods within which claims might be made; any retention periods prescribed by law or recommended by regulators, professional bodies or associations; the type of contract we have with you, the existence of your consent, and our legitimate interest in keeping such information as stated in this Policy.

How We Use Your Information

The Stake may collect and may make use of personal information to assist in the operation of our website and to ensure delivery of the services you request. The Stake may also be in contact with you with regards to completing surveys and/or research questionnaires related to your opinion of current, potential, or future services that may be offered.

The Hurst Texas Stake uses the personal contact information voluntarily collected from you for the following purposes:

  1. Content Attribution: We may use your name to attribute your contributions or submissions on our website.

  2. Event or Class Registration: Your personal contact information may be used in accordance with event registration or classes you express an interest in.

  3. Follow-up: We may use your email address or phone number to follow up on inquiries or submissions you have made to us.

  4. Newsletter Distribution: When you sign up for the newsletter, your email address is kept on file for distribution.

  5. Appointments: We may collect your information to set up appointments such as temple recommend interviews.

  6. Volunteer Opportunities: If you have submitted a volunteer form, the information  is being stored so we can reach out to you as the opportunity arises.

  7. Point of Contact: In regards to events, a contact number or email address will be published for those with questions, and will never be published without consent. 

The Stake uses various third-party social media features including but not limited to Facebook and other interactive programs. These may collect your IP address and require cookies to work properly. These services are governed by the privacy policies of the providers and are not within the Hurst Texas Stake’s control.

Data Sharing

The Hurst Texas Stake does not now, nor will it in the future; sell, rent or lease any of its member lists and/or names to any third parties for any reason; including for the purposes of solicitations or non-church related events. 

The Stake does not share, or disclose your personal contact information to third parties, except under the following circumstances:

  • As required when you register for a Stake event hosted by a third party requiring such information, such as girls camp.

  • As required by law or when necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Non-Marketing

We greatly respect your privacy. We do maintain and reserve the right to contact you if needed for non-marketing purposes such as changes in our services or changes to this Policy.

By entering this site you will not be contacted to discuss church related doctrine, if this is the desire, please click here.

Data Security

Reasonable measures are taken to protect your personal contact information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, please be aware that no method of transmitting data over the internet or storing it is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

Cookies and Tracking

This site may use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect non-personal information about your browsing activities on our website. This information is used for analytical and statistical purposes and does not include personal contact information.

Links to Other Websites

We do not claim nor accept responsibility for any privacy policies, practices and/or procedures of other websites. Therefore, we encourage visitors to be aware when they leave our website and to read the privacy statements of every website that collects personally identifiable information. This Policy applies only and solely to the information collected by our website (hursttexasstake.org).

Your Choices

You have the right to update, or delete your personal contact information that we have collected. To exercise these rights or if you have any questions or concerns about your data, please contact us by clicking here.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our data practices or legal requirements. We will post the revised policy on our website, and the date of the last update will be indicated at the top of the policy.

Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you are hereby accepting the terms and conditions stipulated within this Privacy Policy Agreement. If you are not in agreement with our terms and conditions, then you should refrain from further use of our site. In addition, your continued use of our website following proper notification or the posting of any updates or changes to our terms and conditions, shall mean that you agree and accept such changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal contact information, please contact us at: hurststakeweb.admn@gmail.com

Effective Date: December 10, 2023