Privacy Policy
Thank you for visiting OrthodoxObserver.org, the official news and information website of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site or interact with our digital platforms.
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
OrthodoxObserver.org is operated by the Department of Communications.
Types of Sessions
We divide our digital experience into two types of sessions:
- Open Sessions: Browsing OrthodoxObserver.org without logging in or submitting forms (e.g., reading articles, viewing news content).
- Logged Sessions: Any interaction that involves submitting personal information, such as subscribing to our newsletter, submitting a sponsorship inquiry, or contacting us via form.
Information Collected During Open Sessions
You can explore the Orthodox Observer website without revealing any personal information.
We automatically collect certain technical data to improve user experience and understand how the site is used. This data includes:
- Your IP address and domain (e.g., xcompany.com, university.edu)
- Browser type, operating system, and device type
- Date and time of your visit
- Pages visited and duration of time on page
- Referring website (if you clicked a link to arrive here)
This information is aggregated and anonymous. It is used strictly for internal analysis and is never shared with third parties in an individually identifiable format.
Information Collected During Logged Sessions
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, submit a sponsorship inquiry, or communicate with us directly, we may collect personally identifiable information including:
- Name and contact information (email, phone, organization)
- Communication preferences
- Sponsorship interest and relevant notes you choose to share
This information is used exclusively for the purposes described at the time of collection. We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise share for marketing purposes your Personal Data with third parties under any circumstances. We may disclose your Personal Data:
- To comply with legal obligations or governmental requests.
- To enforce our terms and conditions.
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of you or others.
Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies, JavaScript tools, and analytics software to:
- Understand how visitors navigate our site
- Improve performance and usability
- Track newsletter signups or form completions
These tools collect anonymous traffic data and do not identify individual users unless you submit a form or log in.
Site Security
To maintain the security of OrthodoxObserver.org and ensure service availability for all users, we monitor network traffic and block unauthorized attempts to upload or modify content. We use widely accepted security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse. Any such attempts may be punishable under federal law, including the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986 and the National Information Infrastructure Protection Act.
Access and Corrections
If you subscribe to our newsletter or submit personal information, you may request to:
- Review or update your contact details
- Unsubscribe from communications
- Request deletion of your data
Please email us at communications@goarch.org with your request.
Changes to This Policy
This privacy policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices.
Questions?
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, contact the Department of Communications:
