Privacy Policy

DYNK Ministries, Inc.
Last Updated: December 6, 2025

DYNK Ministries, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, make a donation, or purchase products through our Squarespace-powered site.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Contact Information: name, email address, phone number, mailing address

  • Donation Information: donation amounts, frequency, designations, and messages

  • Order Information: products purchased, billing/shipping details

  • Payment Information: although you enter payment details on our site, all payment data is securely processed by Squarespace Payments (Stripe), PayPal, or other third-party processors.
    DYNK Ministries, Inc. does not store or have direct access to full credit card numbers.

  • Communication: questions or messages submitted through contact forms or email

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you access our website, Squarespace may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages viewed and referring URLs

  • Time spent on pages

  • General analytics and site performance data

This data helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Process and acknowledge donations

  • Process orders and provide customer service

  • Send receipts, confirmations, and ministry-related updates

  • Maintain accurate donor and financial records

  • Improve website functionality and security

  • Comply with IRS and other legal requirements

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. How Your Information Is Shared

We only share your information with trusted third parties as necessary:

A. Squarespace & Integrated Payment Processors

  • Squarespace Payments (Stripe)

  • PayPal

  • Apple Pay / Google Pay (when enabled)

These services process payment information securely on our behalf.

B. Service Providers

We may use third-party services for:

  • Email communication

  • Shipping products

  • Website analytics

  • Secure data storage

These providers may only use your information to perform services for us.

C. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

  • Comply with a legal request

  • Protect our rights, donors, or visitors

  • Respond to fraud or security concerns

We do not publicly disclose donor names or donation amounts unless you explicitly authorize it.

4. Cookies and Tracking Tools

Our Squarespace website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable site functionality

  • Remember preferences

  • Provide analytics

  • Improve site performance

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data. This includes:

  • Secure (HTTPS) website encryption

  • PCI-compliant payment processing through Squarespace Payments

  • Limited access to donor and transaction records

  • Secure storage of ministry records

However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may:

  • Request access to the information we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information (unless legally required to retain it)

  • Opt-out of email communications at any time

Email preferences can be updated by contacting us directly or using the unsubscribe link in our emails.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

8. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites (e.g., PayPal, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their policies.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal and donation information only as long as necessary to:

  • Maintain accurate ministry and financial records

  • Fulfill legal, IRS, and audit requirements

  • Honor communication preferences

Donation records are generally retained for at least seven years for IRS compliance.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Whenever changes are made, the “Last Updated” date will be revised. Continued use of our site indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy request, contact us at:

DYNK Ministries, Inc.
Email: info@DYNKMinistries.org
Mailing Address: PO Box 1815, Conway, SC 29528-1815