Privacy Policy

Owings Mills Synagogue (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values the privacy of our members, visitors, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you engage with our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, phone number, email address, and other contact details you provide.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as IP address, browser type, and visit duration.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for purposes including, but not limited to:

  • Communication about synagogue services, events, and updates.
  • Sending SMS notifications or reminders, which require explicit consent.

3. SMS Consent

By providing your phone number, you agree to receive SMS communications from the synagogue related to services, events, and other relevant updates.

  • No Sharing of Phone Numbers: Phone numbers provided will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.
  • Verbal Consent: We obtain verbal consent before sending SMS communications.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to:

  • Comply with legal requirements.
  • Use trusted service providers to facilitate communications or manage synagogue operations, under strict confidentiality agreements.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate measures to safeguard your personal information. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
  • Opt out of receiving SMS communications at any time by contacting us.

7. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may periodically update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be reflected on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be revised accordingly.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us.