Cookie Policy

Effective date: 08/17/2026 Last updated: 08/17/2026

This Cookie Policy explains how College Wesleyan Church (“English Connection,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://www.ecindiana.org (the “Site”). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when  you visit a website. They help the site function, remember your preferences, and understand how the site is used. We also use similar technologies such as pixels, local storage, and scripts, all referred to here as “cookies.”

2. Types of cookies we use

2.1 Strictly necessary cookies

Required for the Site to function and cannot be switched off. They support core functions like page navigation, security, and form submission. The Site cannot operate properly without them.

2.2 Performance and analytics cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting aggregated, usually anonymized information. They let us measure traffic and improve performance. These load only after you consent, where required.

2.3 Functional cookies

Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering choices you make. If you do not allow them, some features may not work properly.

Note: This Site is an informational marketing website. We do not use advertising or cross-site tracking cookies for targeted advertising.

3. Cookies currently in use

CookieProviderTypePurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsFirst-party cookieAnalytics / Performance2 years
_ga_EQDN3BWDSDGoogle AnalyticsFirst-party cookieAnalytics / Performance2 years
_ga_TZY1C809RFGoogle AnalyticsFirst-party cookieAnalytics / Performance2 years
__Secure-YECGoogle / YouTubePersistent / SecuritySecurity / Functionality13 months

4. Managing your preferences

4.1 Browser controls

Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent parts of the Site from working. Guidance for common browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

4.2 Analytics opt-out

You can opt out of Google Analytics using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout).

5. Do Not Track

Some browsers send a “Do Not Track” signal. There is no industry standard for responding to these signals, so the Site currently does not respond to them.

6. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our practices or the law change. The “Last updated” date reflects the latest revision.

7. Contact us

Questions about our use of cookies:

College Wesleyan Church (Parent organization of English Connection)
200 E 38th St, Marion, IN 46953
Email: [email protected] 
Phone: (765) 674-8541