GDPR Compliance

Pleasant Place Chapel – Ddew of Heaven Temple (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of individuals in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This statement explains your rights under GDPR and how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

1. Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

  • Name, email address, and contact information you voluntarily provide through forms (e.g., newsletters, prayer requests, event registrations).

  • Usage data, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited on our website.

  • Cookies and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy).

2. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Your consent (e.g., subscribing to newsletters or updates).

  • Our legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services, ensuring site security).

  • Legal obligations when applicable.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your personal data is used to:

  • Provide spiritual resources and services.

  • Respond to your requests (e.g., prayer support, inquiries).

  • Send newsletters and ministry updates (you can opt out anytime).

  • Improve our website and outreach through analytics.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data:

  • With trusted service providers for processing (who are required to protect your data).

  • When legally required or to protect our rights and safety.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by applicable laws.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erase your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • Restrict processing of your data.

  • Object to processing.

  • Data portability (receive your data in a machine-readable format).

  • Withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

8. Changes to This Statement

We may update this GDPR Compliance Statement to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.