Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• • Account Information: Name, email address, and profile preferences when you create an account
• • Device Information: Device type, operating system, and app version for technical support
• • Usage Data: How you interact with the app to improve our services (anonymized)

Spiritual Content

• • Prayer Requests: Text you enter when generating personalized prayers
• • Bible Reading: Verses you bookmark, highlight, or note (stored locally on your device)
• • Community Prayers: Anonymous prayers you choose to share on the Prayer Map
• • Friend Connections: Friend codes and connections you make within the app

Technical Information

• • Location Data: General location (city/region) for Prayer Map features (opt-in only)
• • Analytics: App performance and crash reports to ensure stability
• • Push Notifications: Preferences for prayer reminders and app updates

2. How We Use Your Information

Core App Features

• • Generate personalized, Scripture-based prayers using AI
• • Sync your preferences and bookmarks across devices
• • Enable friend connections and Christian community features
• • Display anonymous prayers on our global Prayer Map
• • Send prayer reminders and spiritual encouragements

Service Improvement

• • Analyze app usage to improve features and user experience
• • Fix bugs and technical issues
• • Develop new faith-building features
• • Ensure biblical accuracy in AI-generated content

Communication

• • Respond to your support requests and feedback
• • Send important app updates and security notices
• • Share new features that enhance your spiritual journey

3. How We Protect Your Information

Security Measures

• • Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry standards
• • Access Controls: Strict limits on who can access your personal information
• • Regular Audits: Continuous monitoring and security assessments
• • Secure Servers: Data hosted on secure, monitored cloud infrastructure

Privacy by Design

• • Local Storage: Personal prayers and notes stored on your device when possible
• • Minimal Collection: We only collect data necessary for app functionality
• • Anonymous Features: Prayer Map submissions are completely anonymous
• • Data Minimization: Regular deletion of unnecessary data

Your Control

• • Account Deletion: Permanently delete your account and data anytime
• • Data Export: Download your personal data in a readable format
• • Privacy Settings: Control what information is shared and stored
• • Opt-Out Options: Disable data collection features you don't want

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Limited Sharing Scenarios

• • Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our app (under strict privacy agreements)
• • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect users' safety
• • Business Transfer: In the unlikely event of a company merger (with continued privacy protection)
• • Anonymous Data: Aggregated, non-identifiable statistics for app improvement

Community Features

• • Prayer Map: Anonymous prayers (no personal identification)
• • Friend Connections: Only with people you explicitly connect with
• • Church Groups: Shared only within your chosen faith community

5. Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

• • View Your Data: Request a copy of all personal information we have about you
• • Correct Information: Update or correct any inaccurate personal data
• • Delete Account: Permanently remove your account and associated data
• • Data Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format

Communication Preferences

• • Notifications: Control prayer reminders and app notifications
• • Email Updates: Opt out of promotional emails anytime
• • Location Services: Enable/disable location features for Prayer Map

How to Exercise Your Rights

6. Children's Privacy

Grace Speak is designed for users 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at privacy@gracespeak.com.

For users between 13-18, we encourage parental guidance and involvement in their spiritual journey and app usage.

7. International Users

Grace Speak is used by believers worldwide. If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located.

We comply with applicable international privacy laws including GDPR for European users and CCPA for California residents. All users have the same privacy rights and protections regardless of location.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through the app and email.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of Grace Speak after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: