Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 20, 2026 • Effective Immediately
Customize Your Cookie Preferences
You can review, modify, or revoke your cookie consent settings at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit websites. They help web applications remember your preferences, keep you logged into secure leader accounts, and protect against security threats like Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF).
2. Audit of Cookies Used on This Website
Below is a full, transparent inventory of every cookie utilized by this application:
| Cookie Name | Classification | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| connect.sid | Strictly Necessary | Session / 24 Hours | Maintains authenticated session state for ministry leaders. Secure & HttpOnly. |
| csrf_token | Strictly Necessary | Session | Protects forms against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) cyber attacks. |
| lang | Functional | 365 Days | Remembers your preferred language selection (English, α ααα, α΅ααα, Afaan Oromoo). |
| cookie_consent | Functional | 180 Days | Records your cookie preferences so you do not see the banner on every visit. |
3. Third-Party Marketing Trackers & Ad Pixels
4. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
In addition to our on-site settings, you can manage or block cookies through your web browser preferences:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Third-party cookies
- Safari: Settings > Safari > Advanced > Block all cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Note: Disabling strictly necessary cookies (connect.sid or csrf_token) will prevent secure leader login and form submissions.
5. Questions About Our Cookie Usage
Emmanuel United Church of Maryland
Email: privacy@eucmaryland.org
Address: 914 Silver Spring Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910