Privacy Policy.

First Presbyterian Church of Mountain View ("FPCMV," "we," "us," or "our") owns and operates fpcmv.org and the digital services offered through it. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and respect. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights regarding it.

By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information we collect and how we use it.

Information you provide to us. When you register for a service, sign up for our newsletter, contact us, give online, or otherwise interact with our website, we may ask for personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. You are not required to provide this information, but certain services may not be available without it.

Information collected automatically. When you visit fpcmv.org, our servers automatically log certain technical information your browser sends, including your IP address, browser type and language, referring web page, pages visited, and date and time of access.

Cookies. We may place small text files called cookies on your device to help our website function, remember your preferences between visits, and understand how our site is used. Cookies fall into these general categories:

  • Essential cookies: Required for basic website functions.

  • Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.

  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (for example, through Google Analytics).

You may disable cookies or configure your browser to alert you before accepting them. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Because we use Google Analytics, some data (such as anonymized browsing behavior) is processed by Google in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy.

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide and support services you have requested

  • Send content, updates, and communications you have opted into — including email newsletters, event announcements, and resources related to spiritual growth and church life

  • Respond to your questions and requests

  • Improve our website and services

  • Comply with applicable legal obligations

Your email address and phone number may be used to send FPCMV communications to which you have consented (including email, SMS, and MMS messages). We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with outside organizations for their own marketing purposes.

How we use your information.

If you opt in to receive text messages from FPCMV, the following terms apply:

  • You consent to receive automated and non-automated text messages from FPCMV, which may include event reminders, service updates, and ministry communications.

  • Consent is not a condition of any purchase or participation. You may participate in any FPCMV program regardless of whether you receive text messages.

  • Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

  • To opt out of text messages at any time, reply STOP to any FPCMV text message. We will process your opt-out request within 10 business days, in accordance with applicable FCC rules. You may also contact us directly using the information in Section 9.

  • For help, reply HELP to any FPCMV text message.

  • Email and text message consent are separate. Opting out of one does not automatically opt you out of the other.

Text Message (SMS/MMS) Communications

FPCMV does not share your personal information with outside organizations for commercial purposes. However, we may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Service providers. We work with trusted third-party vendors to operate our website and deliver services — including email marketing platforms, online giving processors, church management software, and website hosting providers. These vendors receive only the information necessary to perform their services on our behalf and are required to keep your information confidential. They are not permitted to use your data for their own purposes.

Legal requirements. We may disclose personal information if we have a good-faith belief that doing so is reasonably necessary to: (a) comply with applicable law, regulation, or enforceable legal process; (b) enforce our Terms of Service or investigate potential violations; (c) detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical problems; or (d) protect the rights, property, or safety of FPCMV, our users, or the public, as required or permitted by law.

Third-party websites. This policy covers only fpcmv.org and services operated by FPCMV. Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control those sites, and they may have their own privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

How we share your information.

Children’s Privacy.

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us at the address in Section 9 and we will promptly delete it.

If you are a parent or legal guardian and have questions about our children's programming or data practices related to minors, please reach out to us directly.

FPCMV uses reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access to personal information is limited to staff, volunteers, contractors, and service providers who have a legitimate need to access it, and who are required to maintain its confidentiality.

While we work to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and we are not responsible for unauthorized access that occurs despite our reasonable precautions. In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you as required by applicable law.

Information Security.

Your rights and choices.

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Correct inaccurate or outdated personal information

  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to any legal retention requirements)

  • Unsubscribe from email communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly

  • Opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP or contacting us directly

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 9. We will respond to verifiable requests within a reasonable time.

Note for California residents: FPCMV is a nonprofit organization and is generally not subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA). However, we are committed to the transparency and data rights principles that law reflects, and we will honor reasonable requests to access, correct, or delete your personal information regardless of legal requirement.

Contact Us.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have a privacy complaint, please contact us: First Presbyterian Church of Mountain View 1667 Miramonte Avenue Mountain View, CA 94040 Email: hello@fpcmv.org Phone: (650) 968-4473

We take privacy complaints seriously. If you contact us with a written privacy concern, we will acknowledge it promptly and work to resolve it in good faith.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Last updated April 16, 2026.

Changes to this policy.

First Prebyterian Church of Mountain View Commitment to Web Accessibility.

At First Presbyterian Church of Mountain View, we are committed to ensuring that our digital presence is accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. We believe that every member of our community, including those who rely on assistive technologies like screen readers, screen enlargement software, and alternative keyboard input devices to navigate the web, deserves a seamless online experience that reflects our values of inclusion and hospitality.

Ongoing Efforts to Ensure Accessibility

To ensure a high level of accessibility, we follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 as our standard. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with a wide array of disabilities, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, language, learning, and neurological disabilities. As we add new pages and functionality to our website, all designs, code, and content entry practices are checked against these standards.

Website accessibility is an ongoing process. We continually test content and features for WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance and remediate any issues to ensure we meet or exceed the standards.

Actions We Have Taken

Unlike many organizations that use automated overlays or widgets—which can often interfere with assistive technology— First Presbyterian Church of Mountain View has integrated accessibility directly into the core design of our website. Key features include:

  • High-Contrast Design: We have optimized our color palettes to ensure text is easily readable against its background.

  • Descriptive Alt Text: Every meaningful image on our site includes alternative text to ensure those using screen readers can understand the visual context of our mission.

  • Logical Navigation: Our site is structured to be navigable via keyboard and assistive devices.

  • Ongoing Compliance: Our site is built to meet current California state laws (Unruh Civil Rights Act) and federal ADA requirements as of 2026.

Feedback & Support

We view accessibility as an ongoing effort, and we are always working to improve. If you are experiencing difficulty with any content on our site or require assistance with any part of our website, please reach out to us. We are here to help, and will gladly assist you with any issues you may have.

  • Email:hello@fpcmv.org

  • Phone: 650.968.4473

  • Mailing Address: 1667 Miramonte Ave., Mountain View CA 94040