Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Jeff Struecker Ministries, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Christian ministry headquartered at 3100 Gentian Blvd, Suite 2B, Columbus, GA 31907. We can be reached at info@jeffstruecker.com or (706) 223-0929.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Contact information - name, email address, phone number, and message content submitted through our contact form or email.
• Donation and purchase data - billing name, mailing address, and payment information processed through our secure payment partners. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
• Account data - if you create an account through the JSM app (powered by Subsplash), we collect the information you provide during registration.
• Usage data - IP address, browser type, pages visited, time on site, referring URLs, and device identifiers collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools.
• Communications - emails, survey responses, or other messages you send us.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and prayer requests.
• Process donations, issue tax receipts, and fulfill store orders.
• Send ministry updates, newsletters, and event notifications (you may opt out at any time).
• Improve our website, app, and ministry resources.
• Comply with legal obligations, including IRS reporting requirements for nonprofit organizations.
• Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized activity.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (if you are in the EU/UK)

Where applicable under GDPR or UK GDPR, we process your data on the following legal bases: your consent (e.g., newsletter sign-up), the performance of a contract (e.g., processing an order), our legitimate interests (e.g., improving our website), and legal obligation (e.g., financial record-keeping).

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site traffic. Types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies - required for basic site functionality.
• Analytics cookies - we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This data is anonymized and aggregated. You can opt out at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
• Social media cookies - embedded social feeds and share buttons from Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and other platforms may set their own cookies.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.

6. Third-Party Services

We work with the following third-party services that may process your data on our behalf:

• Subsplash - powers our mobile app and media platform (Subsplash Privacy Policy).
• SnapPages by Subsplash - our website builder.
• SecurityMetrics - PCI compliance and payment security.
• Google Analytics - website analytics.
• Payment processors - all payment data is handled by PCI-DSS compliant processors. We do not store card numbers.
• Email marketing platforms - used to send newsletters and ministry updates.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

7. Donation Records

As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we are required by law to maintain records of donations for tax and audit purposes. Donor information is kept confidential and is not sold or shared except as required by law or as necessary to process your gift.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations (including IRS record-keeping requirements for nonprofits), resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" in any email or contacting us directly.
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (EU/UK residents).

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@jeffstruecker.com.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

11. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, including PCI-DSS compliant payment processing (verified by SecurityMetrics) and HTTPS encryption across our website. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., Amazon for book purchases, social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies.

13. California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To submit a CCPA request, contact us at info@jeffstruecker.com.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Jeff Struecker Ministries, Inc.
3100 Gentian Blvd, Suite 2B
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 223-0929
info@jeffstruecker.com