Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy’s (EBCA) website. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring that our data collection and usage practices remain lawful, transparent, and respectful. The following Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use this website. Please take a moment to review it.

Privacy Policy Consent

EBCA owns this website and all of its content. The term “you” refers to the user or viewer of this website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, and share your personal information. By using this website, you agree to the practices described here. We will never use or share your information in ways not outlined in this policy.

We reserve the right to change this policy at any time. By continuing to use the site after any updates are posted, you consent to those changes.

Information We May Collect

Our primary goal in collecting personal information is to support your interest in EBCA, such as learning more about our programs, scheduling a tour, applying, or receiving updates.

Here’s what we may collect:

  1. Name and email address – to send information, updates, or respond to inquiries.

  2. Phone number – to follow up with you regarding admissions, tours, or program questions.

  3. Mailing address and billing information – for processing application fees, payments, or donations.

  4. Information submitted through contact or lead forms – to respond to specific questions or requests.

Any personal information you voluntarily submit is considered as consent for EBCA to use it as outlined here.

How Personal Information Is Collected

We collect information through the following methods:

  1. When you visit our website (via browser cookies).

  2. When you submit an inquiry or schedule a tour.

  3. When you apply for admission or employment at EBCA.

  4. When you communicate with us by email, phone, or contact form.

  5. Via third-party platforms and cookies (see next section).

Anonymous Data Collection and Use

To ensure our website provides the best possible experience, we may collect non-identifiable traffic data, such as your IP address. This helps us:

  • Diagnose website issues

  • Improve performance

  • Analyze which pages are most frequently visited

This data cannot personally identify you and is only used internally or for general marketing purposes.

Use of “Cookies”

We may use browser “cookies” to personalize your experience. Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device that help us understand user behavior.

You may choose to disable cookies via your browser settings, but doing so could affect how certain parts of the website function.

Data Collection Technologies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party services like:

  • Google Analytics

  • Google Ads

  • Meta (Facebook) Pixel

  • Google Tag Manager

By using this site, you consent to the use of these technologies, which help us better understand and serve our audience.

How We Use Your Information

Your personal information may be used to:

  • Contact you in response to an inquiry

  • Follow up about a tour or application

  • Share school announcements and enrollment updates

  • Troubleshoot issues or improve the website

  • Process donations or payments (when applicable)

  • Run targeted ads (on platforms like Facebook or Google)

Viewing by Others

Please note that any information you voluntarily share (such as posting a comment on social media or submitting a public review) can be seen and used by others. EBCA is not responsible for any misuse of information that you choose to share publicly.

Storage and Handling of Personal Information

Your information is securely stored either internally or by trusted third-party providers (e.g., email platforms, payment processors, hosting services). Only authorized personnel or partners with a valid reason will have access to it.

If you are located in the European Union, please be aware that your data may be transferred outside the EU. By using our website, you agree to such transfers.

Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us directly. We are happy to assist.