Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy & SMS Terms

Effective Date: February 11, 2026
City Church values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights when you engage with us online or opt into SMS messaging.

Information We Collect

When you engage with City Church (including submitting a form, connection card, registering for events, giving, or opting into text messaging), we may collect:
  • Name
  • Mobile phone number
  • Email address
  • Mailing address (if provided)
  • Giving or registration information (when applicable)
  • Any information you voluntarily provide through forms or communication
  • Messaging interaction data (such as opt-in, responses, or opt-out requests)

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:
  • Communicate church updates and announcements
  • Provide church care and respond to inquiries
  • Send event reminders and ministry information
  • Process registrations or giving
  • Maintain internal records
  • Comply with applicable laws and messaging regulations

We only use your information for ministry-related communication and operations.

SMS Messaging Terms

By providing your mobile number and opting in via our website or other medium, you agree to receive SMS text messages from City Church.

These messages may include:
  • Public service announcements
  • Church updates and event reminders
  • Church care communication
  • Account notifications

Message frequency varies.
Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message.
Reply HELP for assistance or contact us at 607-723-7417 or info@citychurchag.org

How We Share Information

City Church does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share limited information with trusted service providers solely for ministry operations, such as:
  • Planning Center (church management system)
  • Subsplash (website and livestreaming service)
  • Our SMS messaging providers
  • Secure payment processors

These providers are contractually obligated to safeguard your data.
SMS consent is not shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Planning Center’s privacy policy can be viewed at: https://www.planningcenter.com/privacy
Subsplash privacy policy can be viewed at: https://www.subsplash.com/legal/privacy

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Updates to This Policy

City Church may update this policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or SMS Terms, please contact:
City Church
285 Main St
Binghamton, NY 13905
607-723-7417
info@citychurchag.org