Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 24, 2025
1. Introduction
Universal Life Church Monastery Storehouse ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://www.GetOrdained.org to enhance your user experience, analyze usage, and assist with our marketing efforts. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights regarding their use.
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined in this policy, unless you opt out as described below.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand user behavior, and offer a more personalized experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.
b. Performance Cookies
These collect anonymous data on how users interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics).
c. Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience.
d. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver ads relevant to your interests and to limit how often you see them.
Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can withdraw your consent at any time through our cookie banner or settings.
5. How We Use Cookies
- To recognize your browser
- To store user preferences
- To improve site performance
- To provide targeted advertising
- To compile statistical reports
6. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party services (e.g., Google, Facebook) to place cookies on your device for analytics and advertising. These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices.
7. How to Manage Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through:
a. Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit the site, you'll see a banner giving you the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
b. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- Block all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for certain websites
c. Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- NAI: https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
- EDAA (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
8. Do Not Track Signals (U.S. Users)
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. At this time, we do not respond to DNT signals due to lack of a uniform standard.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page and effective immediately upon posting.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our cookies policy:
Email: help@getordained.org
Mail: 1425 Broadway, Ste. 67 Seattle, WA 98122
Data Protection Officer (EU Residents): help@getordained.org