PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: [04/02/2026]

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit https://www.emmanuelapiafi.com/ (“the Website”).

This Website is owned and operated by Emmanuel Apiafi, based in the United Kingdom. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are (Data Controller)

For the purposes of data protection law, the data controller is:

Name: Emmanuel Apiafi
Website: https://www.emmanuelapiafi.com/
Country: United Kingdom
Contact email: info@emmanuelapiafi.com

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

Information you provide directly

Name
Email address
Messages submitted through contact or enquiry forms
Prayer requests or other information you choose to share

Information collected automatically

IP address
Browser type and device information
Pages visited and interactions with the Website

This information helps us understand how visitors use the Website and improve its performance.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data to:

Respond to enquiries or messages
Communicate ministry-related information when requested
Improve the content, functionality, and performance of the Website
Maintain the security of the Website
Comply with legal obligations

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:

Consent – where you voluntarily submit your information
Legitimate interests – to operate and improve the Website
Legal obligation – where required by law

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

5. Cookies

This Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Where required, consent will be requested before non-essential cookies are placed on your device.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

Your data may be shared only with trusted third parties where necessary, such as:

Website hosting providers
Analytics or technical service providers

All third parties are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with UK GDPR.

We may also disclose personal data if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

7. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

ICO website: https://www.ico.org.uk

9. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

10. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact us at:

Email: info@emmanuelapiafi.com
Website: https://www.emmanuelapiafi.com/