Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 7, 2026
Tullyallen & Mountnorris Presbyterian Churches (“we”, “our”, “us”) are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle any personal information you share with us through our website, in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Irish data protection law.
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1. Who We Are
Tullyallen & Mountnorris Presbyterian Churches are a joint ministry serving the local community through worship, events, and outreach. 
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us:
Email: gilbertirvine@outlook.com
Address: Tullyallen Manse Tullyallen Road, Glenanne, Armagh BT60 2HS, United Kingdom
Phone: +442837507250
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2. What Information We Collect
We only collect personal information that is necessary to respond to enquiries and help people connect with the life of our church.
This may include:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number (if provided)
• Any message you submit through our contact form
When submitting a form, you will be asked to confirm:
“I consent to this website storing my submitted information so they can respond to my enquiry.”
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3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information simply to respond to your enquiry and to help you connect with our church.
We will never use your details in a way that feels intrusive or unexpected. We do not add you to mailing lists or send ongoing communications unless you have clearly asked us to do so.
When you submit a contact form:
• Your message is sent to our church email so we can respond
• A copy is securely stored within the website as a backup in case of email delivery issues
This information is only accessible to authorised members of our team.
You may request that your submission be deleted at any time, and we will gladly do so
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4. Website Analytics
We use AnalyticsWP, a privacy-focused analytics tool.
• No personal data is collected
• No cookies are used for tracking
• No identifiable user profiles are created
This allows us to understand general website usage while respecting your privacy.
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5. Cookies and Embedded Content
General Website Use
Our website does not use cookies for tracking or analytics.
Watch Page (YouTube Videos)
Videos on our Watch page are hosted on YouTube, but they are only loaded after you choose to play them.
Before a video loads, you will see a message explaining that YouTube may place cookies or process data. You can choose to:
• Accept and play the video on our site
• Watch directly on YouTube
No data is shared with YouTube unless you actively choose to load the video.
We aim to give you full control over your privacy when viewing content.
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6. Third-Party Services
ChurchSuite
We use ChurchSuite, a UK-based church management platform, to manage events and group registrations.
• Some events and groups are displayed on our website
• If you choose to register, you will be redirected to ChurchSuite
• Any information you provide is processed by ChurchSuite according to their own privacy policy
Website Hosting
Our website is hosted by WP Engine, which provides secure hosting and infrastructure.
Website Management
The website is designed and maintained by Dragos Design Creative on behalf of the church.
As part of providing this service, Dragos Design Creative may have access to website data (such as contact form submissions) solely for technical support, maintenance, and troubleshooting purposes.
They do not use this information for marketing or any purpose outside of supporting the website.
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7. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes.
We may share limited data only when necessary:
• With trusted service providers (such as hosting providers)
• Where required by law
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8. Data Retention
We keep personal information only for as long as necessary.
• Contact form submissions may be stored securely within the website system for administrative purposes
• These records can be deleted at any time upon request
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9. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to how your data is used
• Withdraw your consent at any time
If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland).
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10. Data Security
We take appropriate steps to protect your information, including secure hosting and limiting access to authorised individuals only.
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11. External Links
Our website may include links to external services such as Facebook, YouTube, or Google Maps.
If you choose to follow these links, please note that these platforms operate independently and have their own privacy policies.
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12. Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended to provide information about our church and its activities.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website without the involvement of a parent or guardian.
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13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
