Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 2025

Our Commitment to Privacy

Faith & Fellowship Guild is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Email address and account credentials
  • Profile information (name, profile picture - optional)
  • User-generated content (notes, bookmarks, highlights)
  • Reading plans and preferences

Usage Data

  • Game performance and progress data
  • Study session statistics and achievements
  • App feature usage and interaction patterns
  • Device information (type, OS version, unique identifiers)
  • Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)

How We Use Your Information

  • Provide and maintain app functionality and services
  • Personalize your spiritual learning experience
  • Track your progress, achievements, and streaks
  • Send daily devotionals and reminder notifications
  • Improve app performance and user experience
  • Communicate updates, features, and support messages
  • Ensure security and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure authentication protocols
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited employee access to personal data
  • Secure cloud infrastructure with backup systems

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in these circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate the app (hosting, analytics, notifications)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing (e.g., social media integration)
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Opt-Out: Disable notifications and marketing communications
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your information

Children's Privacy

Our app is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately. Parents who believe their child has provided information should contact us.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in compliance with applicable laws, including GDPR for European users and other regional privacy regulations.

Third-Party Services

Our app may integrate with third-party services:

  • Analytics services to understand app usage
  • Cloud storage providers for data hosting
  • Push notification services
  • Social media platforms (if you choose to share content)

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance app functionality, analyze usage patterns, and remember your preferences. You can control cookie settings through your device settings, though this may limit some app features.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. When you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law. Aggregated, anonymized data may be retained for analytics purposes.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of the app after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@faithfellowshipguild.com

Support: support@faithfellowshipguild.com

Address: Faith & Fellowship Guild, Privacy Department

Compliance Statement

This privacy policy complies with Apple App Store requirements, GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable privacy regulations globally. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and user privacy.