Privacy Policy
Protecting your information matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Tammany Oaks Church of Christ (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, and safeguards personal information through www.tammanyoaks.org and any related online services.
Effective Date: January 2026
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways: information you choose to give us and information collected automatically when you use our website.
Information You Provide
You may share personal information when you:
Make a donation
Sign up for emails or newsletters
Submit a prayer request or contact form
Register for events
Create an account or profile
Communicate with our staff
This may include:
Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Payment information (processed by third‑party vendors)
Information Collected Automatically
Our website may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
Referring website
This data helps us improve site performance and understand how visitors use our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
Process donations and event registrations
Communicate ministry updates, announcements, and opportunities
Respond to messages, prayer requests, or inquiries
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain internal records for ministry and administrative purposes
We do not sell your information.
3. Donations & Payment Processing
We partner with trusted third‑party payment processors to handle online giving.
These vendors securely process your payment information, and we do not store credit card numbers on our servers.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
Remember your preferences
Improve site performance
Personalize your experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function fully.
5. Email Communication
If you subscribe to updates, we may send:
Ministry announcements
Event information
Volunteer opportunities
Giving statements
General church communication
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.
6. Sharing Your Information
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist with:
Email distribution
Website hosting
Donation processing
Event registration
Analytics
These partners are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety, rights, or property of our church or its members.
7. Media, Photography & Livestreaming
Church events may be photographed, recorded, or livestreamed for ministry purposes.
If you prefer not to appear in photos or video, please notify the church office.
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Parents or guardians may contact us to request deletion of a child’s information.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for ministry, administrative, or legal purposes.
You may request deletion of your information at any time.
10. Your Privacy Rights
You may request to:
Access the personal information we hold
Update or correct your information
Request deletion of your information
Opt out of email communication
To make a request, contact the church office using the information below.
11. Security
We use industry‑standard security measures, including SSL encryption, to protect your information.
No system is completely secure, but we take reasonable steps to safeguard your data.
12. External Links
Our website may link to third‑party sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Significant changes will be posted on our website or communicated through email.
14. Contact Us
Tammany Oaks Church of Christ
3700 Highway 59
Mandeville, Louisiana 70471
Email: churchdesk@tammanyoaks.org
Phone: (985) 778‑2781
