Privacy Policy
Effective date: June 26, 2026
Free Methodist World Missions – Asia Area ("FMWM Asia," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit fmwm-asia.net (the "Site") or interact with us through it. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
Information you provide. When you contact us, subscribe to updates, sign up to get involved, or make a donation, we may collect:
Your name and contact details (such as email address, postal address, and phone number);
Payment and billing information when you donate (processed securely by our payment providers — we do not store full card numbers);
Any message, prayer request, or other information you choose to send us through a form or by email.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we automatically collect limited technical information when you visit — such as your IP address, browser and device type, the pages you view, and the dates and times of your visits — through cookies and similar technologies (see below).
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to your questions, requests, and messages;
Send newsletters, ministry updates, and other communications you have requested;
Process and acknowledge donations;
Operate, maintain, and improve the Site;
Comply with legal obligations and protect the security of the Site.
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
How We Share Information
We share personal information only as needed to operate, and only with:
Service providers who help us run the Site and our communications — for example, our website host (Squarespace), our email and newsletter platforms, and our payment processors — who process information on our behalf;
Legal and safety purposes, where disclosure is required by law or necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of FMWM Asia, our supporters, or others.
Cookies and Analytics
The Site uses cookies and similar technologies to function properly and to understand how visitors use the Site so we can improve it. You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings; some features may not work as intended if you do.
Third-Party Links
The Site may link to websites and services we do not operate. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties and encourage you to review their policies.
Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described here, to maintain accurate records (such as donation records), or as required by law.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, and unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Visitors
Information collected through the Site may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where we or our service providers operate. By using the Site, you understand your information may be transferred to and processed in those locations.
Your Choices and Rights
You may:
Unsubscribe from our emails at any time using the link in any message;Ask us to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you.
To make a request, contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable time and in accordance with applicable law.
Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective date" above, and significant changes will be reflected on this page.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information? Contact:
Free Methodist World Missions – Asia Area