Privacy Policy

Christian Ministry Design Agency
Effective Date: 13.03.2025

1. Introduction

Christian Ministry Design Agency / CMDA ("we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website christianministrydesignagency.com or engage with our services. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

Identity Data – Name, church/organisation name, job title.
Contact Data – Email address, phone number, postal address.
Technical Data – IP address, browser type, and other analytics from website visits.
Transaction Data – Payment details (processed securely via third-party payment providers).
Marketing Preferences – Information on your communication preferences.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through:

Forms you fill out on our website.
Emails, phone calls, or direct communication with us.
Cookies and tracking technologies on our website.
Third-party services such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics).

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

To provide and manage our graphic design services.
To communicate with you regarding projects, inquiries, and support.
To send marketing and promotional materials (if you opt-in).
To improve our website and services through analytics.
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:

Contractual Necessity – When data is required to provide our services.
Legitimate Interest – For business improvements and customer service.
Consent – When you explicitly opt-in for marketing communications.
Legal Compliance – When required to comply with laws and regulations.

6. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell or trade your personal data. However, we may share data with:

Service Providers – Such as website hosting, email platforms, and payment processors.
Legal Authorities – If required by law or legal obligations.
Analytics Providers – To help improve our website performance.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for our business and legal obligations. Data related to financial transactions is stored for a minimum of six years as required by UK law.

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access – Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification – Correct any inaccuracies in your data.
Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data where applicable.
Right to Restrict Processing – Request limitations on data processing.
Right to Data Portability – Obtain your data in a structured format.
Right to Object – Withdraw consent for marketing communications.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@cmda.co.

9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in our Cookie Policy.

10. Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission is entirely secure, so we encourage users to take precautions when sharing personal information online.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at hello@cmda.co