Privacy Policy

Deaf Bible Society ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services related to sign language Bible translation data.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Fill out contact forms or inquiry forms
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Register for an account or partner portal access
• Communicate with us via email or other channels
• Participate in surveys or provide feedback

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Organization name and role
• Mailing address
• Account credentials
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• IP address and general location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Date and time of visits

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining our website and services
• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Sending newsletters, updates, and other communications you've opted into
• Processing partnership applications and managing partner relationships
• Analyzing usage trends to improve our services
• Ensuring the security and integrity of our platform
• Complying with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., email delivery, web hosting, analytics).
• Partner Organizations: With your consent, we may share relevant information with translation partner organizations for collaboration purposes.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation.
• Protection of Rights: We may share information to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of others.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Secure server infrastructure with access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve your experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
• Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: