Global Privacy Standard

Privacy Protocol

At YWAM Herald, we believe transparency is the foundation of mission-driven relationships. This protocol outlines how we protect and respect your digital footprint.

Information Collection

We collect information that you provide directly to us when using our platform. This includes: • Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. • Authentication Data: Passwords and similar security information used for account access. • Missionary Interest: Specific fields of interest, previous missions experience, and training history. • Payment Information: For donations or school fees, processed securely through our third-party partners.

Automated Collection

When you visit our site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, and time zone.

Third-Party Data

We may receive information about you from other sources, including social media platforms or mission partners.

How We Use Your Data

The primary purpose of collecting your information is to facilitate your journey with YWAM Herald. We use your data to:

Service Delivery

Processing your DTS applications, managing your student profile, and providing access to our learning resources.

Communication

Sending critical updates, newsletters, and information about upcoming mission opportunities across Africa.

Safety & Security

Verifying identities and maintaining a secure environment for our community and staff.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.

Alumni Records

Student records for DTS graduates are maintained indefinitely for academic verification purposes unless a deletion request is made.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

Access & Portability

The right to request copies of your personal data.

Rectification

The right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.

Erasure

The right to request that we erase your personal data under certain conditions.

International Transfers

Your information, including Personal Data, may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those of your jurisdiction.

Africa-Global Operations

Data may be processed in various African nations and international hubs where YWAM operates.

Security Measures

The security of your data is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data.

Encryption

All data transfers are encrypted using industry-standard TLS/SSL technology.

Access Control

Only authorized personnel with a legitimate need-to-know have access to sensitive personal data.

Data Host: AWS Ireland
AES-256 Encrypted
Transparency • Integrity • Mission