First Presbyterian Church of Tacoma (FPCT) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data in compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

First Presbyterian Church of Tacoma reviews its Privacy Policy periodically and reserves the right, at its discretion, to modify or remove portions of this Privacy Policy at any time. This Privacy Policy applies to all websites produced and maintained by First Presbyterian Church of Tacoma.


Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and IP address.
• Personal Information Categories: Payment information, demographic details, and login credentials.
• Internet or Other Network Activity: Browsing history, search history, and interactions with our website.
• Geolocation Data: Approximate location data based on your IP address or device settings.
• Other Information: Any data you voluntarily provide, such as through contact forms or surveys.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services.
• Process transactions and send confirmations.
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• Send promotional communications (if you have opted in).
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our termsSharing Your Information.

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website and services.
• Legal Authorities: When required to comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes.
• Other Parties with Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information.

We do not sell your personal information.


Your Rights and Choices

Under GDPR:

• Access and Portability: You can request a copy of your data.
• Correction: You can request corrections to inaccurate data.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your data.
• Objection: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time.

Under CCPA:

• Right to Know: You can request details about the categories and specific personal information we collected about you.
• Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal information.
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of the sale of your personal information.

Please get in touch with us at info@fpctacoma.org to exercise your rights. We will verify your request by matching the information you provide with our records.

Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a more extended retention period is required by law.

Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from your jurisdiction. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please get in touch with us:

Email: infor@fpctacoma.org  

Phone: 253-272-3286

Address: 20 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402          

Additional Information for California Residents:
Under the CCPA, California residents have the right to designate an authorized agent to make requests on their behalf. To designate an agent, please provide written authorization and verify your identity.

Additional Information for EU Residents:
If you believe your rights under GDPR have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on 04/15/2026