Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 17, 2026

Cornerstone Austin Church (“Cornerstone Austin,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information you provide when you visit cornerstoneaustin.church, engage with our ministries, or communicate with us, including information collected for text messaging communications.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

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Visit or interact with our website 
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Sign up for events, services, or ministries

Submit forms or a “Plan Your Visit” request

Register for classes, groups, or volunteer opportunities

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Make a donation 
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Communicate with us by email, phone, text message, or online forms

The personal information we collect may include:

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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address 
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Any other information you voluntarily provide

We may also collect limited non-personal information automatically, such as browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, referring URLs, and approximate location. This information is used for website analytics, security, and performance improvement.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Communicate with you about church services, events, and ministries

Respond to inquiries or prayer requests

Provide follow-up related to your visit or engagement with Cornerstone Austin

Send informational emails or text messages you have opted in to receive

Coordinate volunteer opportunities and ministry involvement

Process donations and provide contribution receipts

Improve our website, communications, and outreach efforts

Text Messaging and Mobile Information

If you provide your phone number and opt in to receive text messages, Cornerstone Austin may send you informational SMS messages related to:

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Visit confirmations and follow-ups 
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Service reminders 
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Event updates 
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Volunteer coordination 
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Ministry communications 
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Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP or contact us using the information listed below. No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing with subcontractors or service providers (such as website hosting platforms, online giving tools, email or SMS communication services) is permitted solely to support church operations. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties. Cornerstone Austin does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Third-Party Services

Cornerstone Austin may use trusted third-party service providers to help operate our website, manage communications, process donations, send emails or text messages, and analyze engagement. These providers are granted access only to the information necessary to perform their services and are required to protect your information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and understand how visitors use our site. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the site may not function properly as a result.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. While no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data.

Your Choices

You may request to access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us. You may also opt out of email communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in those messages.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and operational reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

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

Cornerstone Austin

1316 Ridge Runner Dr Georgetown, TX 7862

Email: connor@cornerstoneaustin.church