Privacy Policy for FaithForge
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
FaithForge ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information about you when you use our FaithForge mobile application ("App"). By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Name: When you create an account or profile
- Email Address: For account creation, authentication, and communication
- User IDs: Firebase Authentication generates unique user identifiers
- Profile Information: Gender preferences for personalized AI responses
2.2 App Activity and Usage Data
- Spiritual Goals: Goals you create, progress tracking, completion status
- Prayer Logs: Prayer entries, timestamps, and categories
- Bible Reading: Reading progress, highlighted verses, bookmarks
- Devotional Progress: Completed devotionals and series
- AI Interactions: Conversations with ForgeMentor AI system
- App Interactions: Feature usage, navigation patterns, session duration
- Search History: Bible verse searches and content lookups
2.3 Community and Social Features
- Community Messages: Prayer requests, encouragements, group discussions
- Friend Connections: Friend requests and social connections
- Group Chat Data: Messages in community groups and conversations
- User-Generated Content: Posts, comments, and shared content
2.4 Device and Technical Information
- Device Identifiers: Firebase Analytics Instance ID, FCM tokens
- Device Information: Model, operating system, app version
- Performance Data: Crash logs, app performance metrics
- Analytics Data: Usage statistics and app health metrics
3. How We Use Your Information
| Data Type |
Purpose |
Legal Basis |
| Personal Information |
Account management, authentication |
Contractual necessity |
| App Activity |
App functionality, progress tracking |
Contractual necessity |
| Community Data |
Social features, community interaction |
Legitimate interests |
| Analytics Data |
App improvement, performance optimization |
Legitimate interests |
| Device Information |
Technical support, security |
Legitimate interests |
4. Data Storage and Security
4.1 Where Your Data is Stored
- Firebase Cloud Firestore: User profiles, community data, app content
- Firebase Authentication: User credentials and authentication data
- Local Device Storage: App preferences, cached content, temporary data
- Firebase Storage: User-uploaded content (if any)
4.2 Data Security Measures
- All data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS
- Firebase provides encryption at rest for stored data
- Access controls and authentication protect user accounts
- Regular security updates and monitoring
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
5.1 Within the App Community
- Your name and profile information may be visible to other users in community features
- Messages and posts in community groups are visible to group members
- Friend connections show your name to connected users
5.2 Service Providers
- Google Firebase: For backend services, authentication, and analytics
- AI Service Providers: For ForgeMentor AI functionality (anonymized data only)
- Payment Processors: Google Play for subscription processing
5.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.
6. Your Data Rights
6.1 Access and Control
- Account Settings: Update your profile and preferences
- Data Export: Request a copy of your data
- Privacy Controls: Manage visibility and sharing settings
6.2 Account Deletion
You can permanently delete your account and all associated data through:
Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. All your data will be permanently removed within 30 days.
7. Data Retention
- Active Accounts: Data retained while account is active
- Deleted Accounts: Data permanently deleted within 30 days
- Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
- Analytics Data: Anonymized analytics may be retained for up to 2 years
8. Third-Party Services
8.1 Firebase Services (Google)
Our app uses Google Firebase services. Please review Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
8.2 External Content
Our app may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
9. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Our app is designed to be family-friendly and suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States where Firebase servers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of significant changes through:
- In-app notifications
- Email notifications (for significant changes)
- Updated effective date on this page
13. Contact Information
14. Additional Resources
This privacy policy was last updated on January 1, 2025. Version 2.0