Pine Knolls Alliance Church – SMS Communication Privacy Statement

Effective Date: 10/6/2025

Pine Knolls Alliance Church (“Pine Knolls,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your phone number and related information when you choose to receive text messages (SMS) from us.

1. Information We Collect

When you opt in to receive text messages from Pine Knolls, we collect:

  • Your mobile phone number

  • Any additional information you voluntarily provide (e.g., name or preferences)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your phone number to:

  • Send church updates, event reminders, and ministry information

  • Communicate urgent notices (e.g., weather closures or schedule changes)

  • Provide encouragement and spiritual resources

  • Plan and schedule pastoral meeting times with you

Your information will not be sold, shared, or rented to third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Consent and Opt-Out

By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive text messages from Pine Knolls Alliance Church.

  • Message frequency may vary.

  • Standard message and data rates may apply.

  • You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message or by contacting us at 518-793-7101.

4. Data Protection

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party vendors to manage and deliver our text messages. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorized to use your information to support Pine Knolls’ communications.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with notice.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Statement or how your information is used, please contact us at:

Pine Knolls Alliance Church

614 Gansevoort Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803

info@pineknolls.org

518-793-7101