Privacy
Policy

Introduction

Agapè Catholic Ministries, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website agapecatholicministries.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website and use our online shop. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your data with care and transparency.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically, as we may update it from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

When you make a purchase through our online shop, we collect information necessary to process and fulfill your order. This may include:

  • Your name
  • Billing and shipping address
  • Email address
  • Telephone number

Payment information: We do not directly collect or store your credit card or financial account information. Payment processing is handled by our third-party payment processor, which maintains its own security standards and privacy practices.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, pages viewed, and the date and time of your visit. We use this information to improve the functionality of our website and understand how visitors use our site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To process and fulfill your shop orders, including sending order confirmations and shipping notifications
  • To respond to your inquiries or customer service requests
  • To improve our website and your browsing experience
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To communicate with you about your orders or account

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. This has been our consistent policy throughout our history, and it remains unchanged.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service providers: We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, and fulfilling orders. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and may only use it to perform services on our behalf.
  • Legal requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of our users or the public.
  • Business transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of our business assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize your browser and remember certain information. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites, including our sister site CatholicMarriagePrep.com and other Catholic ministry resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit through links on our site.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to access the personal information we hold about you
  • The right to request correction of inaccurate information
  • The right to request deletion of your personal information
  • The right to opt out of the sale of your personal data (we do not sell personal data)
  • The right to opt out of targeted advertising

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to all requests within thirty (30) calendar days.

Colorado Privacy Rights

As a Colorado-based business, we respect the rights provided under the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA). Colorado residents may exercise their rights to access, correct, delete, or obtain a portable copy of their personal data, and may opt out of the processing of their personal data for purposes of targeted advertising or the sale of personal data. To submit a request, please contact us at the email address below.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA). We do not sell personal information. If you are a California resident and would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us using the information below.

International Visitors

If you are visiting our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States. If you are located in the European Union, the European Economic Area, or Canada, you may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR and CASL. Please contact us if you have questions about how we handle your data.

Children’s Privacy

Our online shop is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

Note regarding Quinceañera preparation: Agapè Catholic Ministries offers Quinceañera faith formation through a separate program. Any personal information collected in connection with Quinceañera preparation is handled with parental or guardian consent and in accordance with applicable laws protecting minors’ data. For details, please contact us directly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Agapè Catholic Ministries, LLC
7661 McLaughlin Rd #174
Falcon, CO 80831
Phone: (800) 208-1364
Email: info@agapecatholicministries.com
We will respond to all inquiries within thirty (30) calendar days.