Cookie Policy
Effective Date: [October 8th, 2025]
Last Updated: [October 8th, 2025]
Introduction
The Bonhoeffer Project ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to transparency about how we collect and use data when you visit our website at thebonhoefferproject.com (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve your experience, and provide analytical data to help us serve you better.
Cookies may be:
Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
First-party cookies: Set by our Site
Third-party cookies: Set by external services we use
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:
1. Essential Cookies (Necessary)
These cookies are required for the Site to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Payment Processing: Stripe uses cookies to securely process payments for cohort registrations and curriculum purchases
Security: To protect against fraud and ensure secure transactions
Site Functionality: To remember your session as you navigate our Site
2. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Site so we can improve your experience.
Squarespace Analytics: Tracks page views, visitor behavior, and site performance
Google Analytics: Provides insights into traffic sources, user demographics, and engagement patterns
3. Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced features and personalization.
Email Collection Forms: To remember if you've already subscribed to our newsletter
Preferences: To remember your choices and settings
4. Marketing and Communication Cookies
These cookies help us communicate effectively with our community.
Mailchimp: For managing email subscriptions and measuring email campaign effectiveness
Embedded Content: YouTube and Vimeo videos embedded on our Site may place cookies to provide video functionality and track viewing statistics
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party services that may use cookies:
Stripe (payment processing)
Google Analytics (website analytics)
Mailchimp (email communications)
YouTube/Vimeo (embedded video content)
Squarespace (website hosting and analytics)
Each third party has its own privacy policy governing how they use your data. We encourage you to review their policies:
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options to manage cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
Block third-party cookies
Block all cookies
Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our Site, including payment processing.
Browser Help Resources:
Opt-Out Tools
Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Email Marketing: Unsubscribe links are included in all promotional emails
Mobile Devices
If you access our Site via a mobile device, refer to your device manufacturer's instructions for managing cookies and tracking technologies.
International Visitors (GDPR Compliance)
If you are visiting from the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other jurisdictions with data protection laws, you have additional rights:
Right to Access: Request information about the data we collect
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
Right to Object: Object to certain types of data processing
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for cookie use at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
Data Retention
Cookies are retained for varying periods depending on their purpose:
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
Analytics cookies typically expire after 24 months
Persistent functionality cookies may remain until you delete them
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
The Bonhoeffer Project
A California 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Email: info@thebonhoefferproject.com
For general inquiries about our mission and programs, visit thebonhoefferproject.com
This Cookie Policy is part of our broader [Privacy Policy]. By using our Site, you agree to both this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy.