Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 8, 2025
Last Updated: October 8, 2025
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how PrayForMe (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
We are committed to handling your data with care, transparency, and respect.
By using the PrayForMe website (the “Platform”), you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Platform.
2. Who We Are
PrayForMe is a charitable initiative created to help others — in unity with houses of prayer and spiritual communities.
We operate as a U.S.-based nonprofit organization facilitating support through verified representatives and connecting them with those who wish to help.
Mailing Address: PrayForMe, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA
Email: support@prayforme.com
3. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Account details (name, email address, password, phone number)
- Donation details (amount, date, campaign, message, billing address)
- Verification documents for organizations (e.g., ID, registration certificates)
- Communication data, such as messages sent to our team
b) Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Platform, we automatically collect:
- Device information (browser type, IP address, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, referring websites)
- Cookies and analytics data (see our Cookie Policy)
4. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data for the following purposes:
- To process and confirm donations
- To manage user accounts and verify organizations
- To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- To send donation receipts and confirmations
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To comply with legal, tax, and accounting obligations
- To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Notice)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal data depends on the context:
- Your consent (e.g., subscribing or donating)
- Contractual necessity (to process your donation or account)
- Legal obligation (financial records, anti-fraud regulations)
- Legitimate interest (improving the Platform and ensuring security)
6. How We Share Your Information
We may share limited data with:
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal) — to process secure transactions
- Verification partners — to confirm authenticity of organizations
- Email service providers — for receipts and notifications
- Analytics providers — for website performance monitoring
- Law enforcement or regulatory bodies — when required by law
Each third-party partner processes your data under strict confidentiality and only as needed for service delivery.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes outlined above,
- Comply with legal and accounting obligations, and
- Resolve potential disputes.
Donation records and account information are typically stored for 5 to 7 years in compliance with U.S. nonprofit recordkeeping laws.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your information
- Withdraw consent for processing
- Request a copy (data portability)
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@prayforme.com.
We may ask for verification before acting on your request.
9. Cookies and Tracking
PrayForMe uses cookies to ensure proper site functionality, enhance user experience, and perform analytics.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
For details, see our Cookie Policy.
10. Security
We apply reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
While no online service can be completely secure, we continuously improve our protection standards.
11. Data Transfers Outside the U.S.
PrayForMe operates in the United States, but some service providers may process data in other countries.
When we transfer data internationally, we rely on lawful mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses (for EU users) to ensure adequate protection.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
If you believe we have inadvertently done so, please contact us to delete such data.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy occasionally.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
Material changes will be communicated through prominent notice on our site.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out:
Email: support@prayforme.com
Mail: PrayForMe, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA
