Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Karen Africa Gospel Church (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the website media.karenagc.org (the “Platform”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you access our platform, register for an account, log in using third-party services (Google or Facebook), and enroll in or access courses.
By using this Platform, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a) Personal Information You Provide
When you create an account, enroll in a course, or communicate with us, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Profile photo (if provided via Google or Facebook)
- Login credentials (stored in encrypted or hashed form)
- Course enrollment and progress data
b) Information from Third-Party Login Providers
If you choose to sign in using Google or Facebook, we may receive limited information from these providers, such as:
- Your name
- Email address
- Profile picture
We only access information that you explicitly authorize through these platforms. We do not access your passwords for Google or Facebook.
c) Automatically Collected Information
When you access the Platform, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the Platform
This data is used for security, analytics, and performance improvement.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and manage your user account
- Authenticate users and enable secure login
- Provide access to courses and learning materials
- Track course progress and completion
- Communicate important updates, announcements, or support messages
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Ensure platform security and prevent misuse
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
- Your consent (when you register or sign in using third-party services)
- Performance of a service (providing access to courses)
- Legitimate interests (security, analytics, and platform improvement)
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share your information only with:
- Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, learning management systems) strictly for platform functionality
- Google and Facebook, solely for authentication purposes
- Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights
All third parties are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Secure servers and encrypted connections (SSL)
- Restricted access to personal data
- Regular system updates and security monitoring
However, no online system is 100% secure. You use the Platform at your own risk.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide access to courses
- Comply with legal or administrative requirements
You may request deletion of your account and personal data at any time.
7. Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Object to certain uses of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
8. Children’s Privacy
This Platform is intended for educational use within the church community. If you believe a minor has provided personal data without appropriate consent, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
9. Third-Party Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external platforms.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the Platform indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact us at:
Karen Africa Gospel Church
Website: media.karenagc.org
Email: info@karenagc.org
By using media.karenagc.org, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.