Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 4, 2026
FaithConnect is a Christian relationship platform operated by Youth With A Global Vision (Company No. 05458750; Charity No. 1142251), a registered charity (ICO Registration: ZB034021). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you access our website (faithconnect.love) and the FaithConnect application (the "Platform"), in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help recognise you, remember your preferences, and improve your experience on our Platform. They may collect anonymous usage data and device information.
We may also use similar technologies such as local storage or tracking pixels, where relevant.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose | Is Consent Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary Cookies | Enable secure login, account features, navigation | ❌ No |
| Functional Cookies | Remember your settings and preferences | ✔ Yes |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand usage and improve service performance | ✔ Yes |
| Security Cookies | Detect fraud and protect user accounts | ❌ No |
| Video/Media Cookies | Enable video or audio content to load and play | ✔ Yes |
We do not use advertising, marketing, or behavioural tracking cookies.
Examples of cookies may include session tokens, language preferences, or video playback data.
3. Cookie Consent (UK GDPR Compliance)
When you first visit FaithConnect:
- You will see a cookie consent banner, compliant with UK GDPR and PECR.
- You can Accept, Reject, or Manage your preferences.
- Your choice is saved to your account and synced across devices (if logged in).
We only set optional cookies after receiving your explicit opt-in consent, which serves as our legal basis under UK GDPR Article 6(1)(a) and PECR Regulation 6.
✅ Your consent is respected:
- • No optional cookies are set without consent
- • Consent is freely given, specific, and revocable at any time
- • You can change your preferences at Settings → Privacy
- • We store your choice to avoid repeated prompts
Rejecting optional cookies may reduce functionality, but core features will still work.
4. How to Control Cookies
You can control or disable cookies at any time via:
- Your browser settings (to block or delete cookies)
- The FaithConnect Privacy Settings panel (to adjust consent)
Browser control links:
⚠️ Blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect login and core functionality.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some services integrated into our Platform may use third-party cookies, such as:
- Video hosting (e.g. Vimeo, YouTube)
- Analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Performance monitoring (e.g. Cloudflare)
These cookies are only activated after you provide explicit consent.
We ensure all providers adhere to GDPR standards and maintain their own privacy policies.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as our practices evolve or legal requirements change. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date and may notify you via banner or email.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
📩 privacy@faithconnect.love