Effective Date: January 21, 2026
The Catholic Zone (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to handling information responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and the choices you have when using The Catholic Zone.
The Catholic Zone is a project of The Catholic Navigator LLC, a for-profit company.
Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- The Catholic Zone website (thecatholiczone.com), built on WordPress and GeoDirectory
- The Catholic Zone Discord community server
- Any free-will support or payment links processed through Stripe
Each platform has its own technical and operational characteristics, which are outlined below.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect information you choose to provide, such as:
- event-related content you submit,
- messages or interactions within the Discord community,
- contact or payment information if you choose to support the platform financially.
We do not require users to provide personal information beyond what is necessary to participate on the platform.
Automatically Collected Information (Website)
Like most websites, The Catholic Zone may automatically collect limited technical information, such as:
- IP address,
- browser type,
- device information,
- pages visited and general usage data.
This information is used for basic functionality, security, and performance monitoring.
How Information Is Used
Information collected is used to:
- operate and maintain the platform,
- display and manage event listings,
- facilitate communication within the Discord community,
- process voluntary payments or support contributions,
- improve platform reliability and user experience,
- respond to issues, abuse, or violations of platform guidelines.
We do not sell user data.
Discord Community Data
Participation in The Catholic Zone Discord server is subject to Discord’s own Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Content shared in Discord, including messages and interactions, is visible to other members of the server according to Discord’s design and permissions.
Users should exercise discretion when sharing personal information in Discord.
Payments and Financial Information
If you choose to support The Catholic Zone financially, payments are processed by Stripe, a third-party payment processor.
The Catholic Zone does not store or have access to full payment card details. Financial information is handled directly by Stripe according to their security and privacy practices.
Cookies and Tracking
The website may use cookies or similar technologies to support basic functionality and analytics.
You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect certain features of the website.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
Information may be shared only when necessary:
- to operate the platform,
- to comply with legal obligations,
- to respond to lawful requests,
- or to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of the platform and its users.
Data Retention
Information is retained only as long as reasonably necessary to:
- operate the platform,
- comply with legal or operational requirements,
- maintain security and integrity.
Users may request removal of their content or account access, subject to technical and legal limitations.
External Links
The Catholic Zone may contain links to external websites or services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. Users should review the privacy policies of those services independently.
Children’s Privacy
The Catholic Zone is intended for adults.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that such information has been collected, reasonable steps will be taken to remove it.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated as the platform evolves.
Updates will be reflected on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Questions or concerns regarding privacy may be directed through the contact methods provided on the website.