Effective Date: February 20, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how the Diocese of Owensboro (“Diocese,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit or interact with this website (the “Site”).

1) Who We Are / Contact

Diocese of Owensboro
600 Locust Street, Owensboro, KY 42301
Phone: 270-683-1545
Email: communications@pastoral.org

2) Information We Collect

We may collect information in the following ways:

Information you provide to us

• Contact details (such as name, email, phone number, mailing address) and message content when you submit forms or request information.
• Vocation/discernment inquiry details you choose to submit (for example: parish, education background, and similar information requested by forms on the Site).

Information collected automatically

• Basic usage and device data (such as IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and approximate location derived from IP address) collected through cookies or similar technologies used for site operation, analytics, and preferences.

3) How We Use Information

We use information to:

• Respond to inquiries and communicate with you.
• Provide vocation-related resources, event information, and other requested services.
• Operate, maintain, secure, and improve the Site (including understanding how visitors use it).
• Comply with applicable legal obligations and protect the rights and safety of the Diocese and others.

4) Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Site may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enable core functionality (site performance and security),
• Remember preferences,
• Measure traffic and usage (analytics).

If the Site includes a “Cookie Settings” link or consent banner, you can use it to manage non-essential cookies where available.

5) How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share information:

• With service providers that help operate the Site (for example: website hosting, form processing, analytics, spam prevention).
• With diocesan personnel or ministry partners when needed to respond to your request or provide a vocation-related service.
• For legal and safety reasons if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.

6) Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

The Site may link to third-party websites or services (for example, social media, video, or external resources). Your interactions with those third parties are governed by their policies, not this one.

7) Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Site, contact us so we can address it.

8) Data Security and Retention

We use reasonable safeguards designed to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is guaranteed to be 100% secure. We retain information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law.

9) Your Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may request to access, correct, or delete certain information we maintain about you. To make a request, contact us using the information above.

10) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

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