Effective Date: 21 August 2024

1. Introduction

The Anglican Church of Southern Africa (“ACSA”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected, processed, and stored in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other applicable laws. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our liturgy website (“the Website”).

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you when you:

• Visit the Website.
• Complete any Google Forms embedded in the Website.
• Engage with any feedback or contact forms on the Website.

The information collected may include, but is not limited to:

• Name
• Email address
• Contact information
• Feedback or responses provided through forms

3. How We Use Your Information

The information collected through the Website is used for the following purposes:

• To improve our liturgy services and Website user experience.
• To respond to your feedback and inquiries.
• To communicate with you regarding updates or information related to the ACSA liturgy.

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

4. Google Forms and Data Handling

The Website utilizes Google Forms to collect feedback and other information. When you submit a Google Form, your responses are stored securely by Google and accessed by authorized ACSA personnel. Google complies with relevant data protection laws, including POPIA.

5. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. This includes secure servers, encryption, and restricted access to personal data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request the correction of your personal information if it is inaccurate or outdated.
• Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
• Withdraw your consent for us to process your personal information at any time.

7. Cookies

The Website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and capture certain information. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to use certain features of the Website.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review the policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way your personal information is handled, please contact us at: info@acsaliturgies.org