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Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and protect your privacy on jc-ministries.org

Last updated: May 13, 2025

JC Ministries ("we," "our," or "us") operates jc-ministries.org (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, what data they collect, and the choices you have regarding their use. By continuing to use our Site, you acknowledge this policy.

We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use your data. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy (coming soon) and our Terms of Use.

01 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to site owners about how visitors interact with their content.

Cookies may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remaining on your device for a set period or until deleted). We may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage.

02 How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Keep the Site running securely and efficiently
  • Remember your language preference across page loads
  • Understand how visitors find and navigate our content
  • Measure the reach and effectiveness of our ministry resources
  • Improve content relevance for returning visitors
  • Support embedded media such as YouTube video players

We do not sell your personal data to third parties, and we do not use cookies to build advertising profiles or run targeted ad campaigns.

03 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Always Active

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the Site to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and language routing. No personally identifiable information is stored by these cookies.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
jcm_lang Stores your preferred language (English, French, Spanish, Kreyòl) 1 year
jcm_session Maintains a secure browsing session Session
Analytics Optional

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting aggregated, anonymized information. We use this data to improve content and navigation. No data is used to identify you personally.

Provider Purpose Duration
Google Analytics (GA4) Page views, session duration, traffic sources, device type Up to 2 years
Vercel Analytics Page performance metrics (anonymized) Session
Functional Optional

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering your Bible reading position or media playback preferences. Disabling them may affect some features.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
jcm_bible_pref Remembers your Bible translation and last-read chapter 6 months
jcm_theme Stores display preferences (e.g., dark mode if enabled) 1 year
Third-Party Optional

Third-Party & Embedded Content Cookies

When you interact with embedded content on our Site (such as YouTube videos or music players), those platforms may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.

04 Data We Collect via Cookies

Through cookies and similar technologies, we may collect:

  • IP address (anonymized where possible)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system and device type
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website or search query
  • Language and region preferences
  • Date and time of each visit

We do not collect names, email addresses, or payment information through cookies. Any information you voluntarily submit (e.g., via our contact form or newsletter signup) is governed by our Privacy Policy.

05 Your Cookie Choices

You have several options for managing cookies:

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Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that blocking essential cookies may affect how the Site functions.

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Opt-Out of Analytics

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on ↗.

For Vercel Analytics, disabling JavaScript or using a browser-level content blocker will prevent data collection.

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Do Not Track

Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. While there is no universal standard for responding to DNT, we honor requests where technically feasible and minimize data collection accordingly.

06 Children's Privacy

Our Site is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 through cookies or any other means. If you believe a child has provided personal information through our Site, please contact us and we will promptly delete such data.

07 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent version. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

08 Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, your data rights, or how to exercise your choices, please reach out:

JC Ministries
Email: info@jc-ministries.org
Website: jc-ministries.org
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