Privacy & Cookies Policy
Last updated: December 10, 2025
Introduction
Dust & Ember Collective ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy & Cookies Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide
When you submit a prayer request or contact us, you may voluntarily provide information such as your name and message. This information is used solely to respond to your request and is not shared with third parties.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies, including:
- Your IP address (anonymized)
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or source
- General geographic location (country/region level)
How We Use Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies to:
- Understand how visitors interact with our website
- Improve our website's performance and user experience
- Remember your preferences (such as cookie consent)
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. The information generated by Google Analytics cookies is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.
Google may use this information for purposes including evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity, and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. For more information about Google Analytics and privacy, visit: Google Privacy Policy.
Essential Cookies
We use a localStorage item to remember your cookie consent preference. This is necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies.
- Google Analytics Opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Data Retention
Google Analytics data is retained for 14 months. Prayer requests and contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your request.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party services such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy & Cookies Policy, please contact us at: