1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly when using The Faithful Tourist.
Account Information
Email address, name, and password provided during registration.
Profile Information
Bio, skills, photos, church details, and accommodation descriptions you choose to share.
Communications
Messages sent through the Platform, reviews, and application details.
Usage Data
Pages visited, features used, device and browser information, and IP address.
2. How We Use Your Information
To Facilitate Connection
We match travelers with churches based on skills and availability, facilitate communication between matched parties, and send service-related notifications.
To Improve the Platform
We use your data to display public profiles and listings, develop new features, and enforce our Terms of Service and community guidelines.
“Privacy is not the ability to hide things; it is the right to curate your own story.”
— The Faithful Tourist
3. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored securely using Supabase, which provides encrypted data storage, secure authentication, and row-level security policies. We use industry-standard practices to protect your information, including HTTPS encryption for all data in transit. While no system is perfectly secure, we take reasonable measures to safeguard your data.
- Multi-factor authentication is available for all accounts.
- Regular security audits and infrastructure monitoring.
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services to operate the Platform:
- Supabase: authentication, database, and file storage
- Stripe (planned): payment processing for subscription plans
- Mapbox (planned): map display for church locations
Each service has its own privacy policy governing their handling of your data. We only share the minimum data necessary for these services to function.
5. Your Rights
Under the laws of your jurisdiction and our own ethical code, you hold the following rights:
Right of Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your account and associated data.
Right to Correction
Update or correct inaccurate information in your profile.
Right to Portability
Request your data in a machine-readable format.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent for optional data processing at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
6. Cookies
We use essential cookies to maintain your authentication session. These are strictly necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be opted out of while using the service. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or necessary to resolve disputes. Anonymized usage data may be retained indefinitely for analytics purposes.
8. PIPEDA Compliance
The Faithful Tourist operates in Canada and complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). We collect personal information only for identified purposes, with your knowledge and consent. You may challenge our compliance by contacting us or filing a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or a notice on the Platform. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects when the policy was last revised.
Questions?
If you seek clarity on any aspect of this policy, we are ready to help. The Faithful Tourist is based in Kelowna, BC, Canada.
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