The Christian Gospel Mission (hereinafter referred to as the “Mission”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how Providence Newsroom (“Newsroom”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information obtained through the website.

By using the Newsroom, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Providence Newsroom is not a membership-based platform, and users may freely access publicly available content without creating an account.

We collect only limited information necessary for operating the Newsroom and responding to inquiries.

Information You Voluntarily Provide

When contacting the Newsroom, you may voluntarily provide:

Name
Email address
Contact information
Information included in inquiry messages or media requests

Information Automatically Collected

When visiting the website, certain technical information may be automatically collected, including:

IP address
Browser type and device information
Access logs and visit times
Cookie and usage data

This information is collected to maintain website security, improve services, and analyze website performance.

2. How We Use Information

Collected information may be used for the following purposes:

Responding to inquiries and communication requests
Media and press-related communication
Operating and improving Newsroom services
Website security and system administration
Analytics and service optimization

Personal information will not be used for purposes unrelated to those described above without appropriate notice or consent where required by law.

3. Sensitive Information

The Mission recognizes that certain information related to faith or religious activities may be considered sensitive personal information under applicable privacy laws.

The Newsroom does not intentionally collect unnecessary sensitive information.

If users voluntarily provide faith-related information through inquiries or communication, such information will be handled with appropriate safeguards and used only for the relevant communication purpose.

4. Cookies & Analytics

The Newsroom may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and maintain website functionality.

Users may manage or disable cookies through their browser settings.
Please note that some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by applicable laws or regulations.

Inquiry-related information may be retained for administrative and communication purposes for a limited period.

6. Sharing of Information

The Mission does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

Personal information may only be disclosed in the following circumstances:

With the consent of the individual
When required by applicable laws or legal processes
To protect the rights, safety, and security of the Mission, users, or the public

7. Third-Party Links & Services

The Newsroom may include links to external websites, articles, or third-party services for informational purposes.

The Mission is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of external websites or services. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those third parties separately.

8. Photos & Media Content

Photos and videos published on the Newsroom may include participants attending public religious events, services, volunteer activities, or community gatherings.

Such media content is used for reporting, documentation, and communication purposes related to the Mission’s activities.

If an individual has concerns regarding identifiable media content, they may contact the Newsroom to request review, removal, or anonymization where appropriate.

Unauthorized copying, distribution, or misuse of Newsroom media content is prohibited.

9. Data Security

The Mission implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, disclosure, or alteration.

These measures may include:

Access control restrictions
Encrypted data transmission where appropriate
Security monitoring and system updates
Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only

While reasonable efforts are made to protect information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed as completely secure.

10. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws and your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

Request access to your personal information
Request correction or deletion of information
Object to or restrict certain processing activities
Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests related to personal information may be submitted through the contact information provided below.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Newsroom is not intended for children under the age required by applicable laws in their jurisdiction.

The Mission does not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent from a parent or legal guardian where required.

12. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or personal information practices, please contact:

Christian Gospel Mission – Media & Communications Department
Email: cpresscenter@gmail.com
Phone: +82-41-752-2151

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes.

Any updates will be posted through Providence Newsroom with the revised effective date.

Effective Date: March 31, 2026