Privacy Policy for Congregation Ziv Hatorah

Congregation Ziv Hatorah

Effective Date: January 1 2026

Congregation Ziv Hatorah (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to maintaining the highest level of privacy and data protection. We take strict measures to safeguard all personal information and do not sell, share, or misuse your data under any circumstances beyond what is absolutely necessary to operate our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information necessary to serve you, which may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mobile phone number
  • Communication preferences
  • Information you voluntarily provide
  • SMS consent records (including date, time, IP address, and method of opt-in)

We do not collect unnecessary or excessive personal data.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used strictly and exclusively for:

  • Providing synagogue-related updates, programs, and notifications
  • Sending important alerts and reminders
  • Responding to your inquiries
  • Delivering SMS communications only if you explicitly opt in

We do not use your information for unrelated marketing or external purposes.

3. Zero Data Selling or Sharing (Strict Policy)

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for data sharing:

  • We do not sell, rent, trade, or transfer your personal information
  • We do not share your information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes
  • We do **not allow external organizations to access your data for their own use

Mobile information will never be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes under any circumstances.

Any limited use of service providers (such as secure messaging platforms) is strictly controlled, encrypted, and used solely to deliver our services.

4. SMS/Text Messaging (Strict Compliance)Opt-In

By providing your phone number, you give explicit consent to receive SMS messages from Congregation Ziv Hatorah.

  • Message frequency may vary
  • Message and data rates may apply
  • Consent is not a condition of any purchase

We maintain verifiable records of all consent.

Opt-Out (Unsubscribe)

You have full control and may opt out at any time:

  • Reply STOP, CANCEL, END, or UNSUBSCRIBE to stop messages
  • Reply HELP for assistance

After opting out, you will receive one final confirmation message and will be permanently removed from messaging lists unless you opt back in.

We process opt-out requests immediately and maintain a strict do-not-contact list.

SMS Data Protection

We strictly limit SMS-related data collection to:

  • Phone number
  • Consent records
  • Message interaction data
  • Opt-out status

This data is protected with the same highest-level safeguards described below.

5. Data Security (Maximum Protection Standards)

We implement strict, industry-leading security measures, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Restricted access to authorized personnel only
  • Secure servers and infrastructure
  • Continuous monitoring and security controls
  • Regular review of data protection practices

We take every reasonable step to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

6. Your Rights

You have full control over your information and may:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request corrections
  • Request permanent deletion
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Opt out of communications

All requests are handled promptly and in accordance with applicable laws.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for operational and legal compliance purposes, including maintaining required consent records.

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.

8. Third-Party Services (Strictly Limited)

If we use service providers (such as secure SMS platforms), they are:

  • Carefully selected
  • Bound by strict confidentiality agreements
  • Prohibited from using your data for any purpose other than providing services to us

They are not permitted to sell, share, or reuse your data.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any changes will be clearly posted with an updated effective date.
**Contact Information**
For any questions or concerns regarding our privacy policy, please contact us:

Email: office@ztorah.org
Phone: (718) 400-7833
Address: 1533 48th street Brooklyn, NY 11219

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