Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 30, 2026

The Reformed Church in the United States (“RCUS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through RCUS.org (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website or interact with us online.

By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide

You may choose to provide personal information when you:

  • Subscribe to newsletters or email updates
  • Submit contact forms or prayer requests
  • Register for events or conferences
  • Make donations
  • Purchase publications or merchandise
  • Apply for ministry opportunities or church membership inquiries
  • Communicate with us directly

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Payment details (processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Any other information you voluntarily submit

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain technical data, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referral source
  • General geographic location

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Operate and maintain the Website
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Send newsletters, ministry updates, and communications
  • Process donations and transactions
  • Register users for events
  • Improve Website functionality and user experience
  • Analyze traffic and trends
  • Protect against fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

RCUS.org may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand Website usage.

Cookies may help us:

  • Remember preferences
  • Measure site traffic
  • Improve performance
  • Deliver relevant communications

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some Website features may not function properly.

4. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we may send newsletters, ministry updates, and other communications related to RCUS ministries.

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

5. Donations and Payments

Online donations or purchases may be processed through secure third-party payment processors. RCUS does not store full payment card information on our servers unless explicitly stated through a secure giving platform.

Please review the privacy policies of any payment processor used on our Website.

6. Sharing of Information

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

We may share information only in the following circumstances:

  • With trusted service providers who help operate our Website or ministries
  • With payment processors for transactions
  • When required by law or legal process
  • To protect rights, safety, or security of RCUS, users, or others

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, ministries, vendors, or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties.

We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no internet transmission or storage system is guaranteed to be completely secure.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including rights to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion
  • Withdraw consent where applicable
  • Opt out of certain communications

To make a request, contact us using the information below.

10. International Visitors

If you access this Website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Reformed Church in the United States
RCUS.org
Email: info@rcus.org
Website: RCUS.org

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