Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Faith Explorer is designed with privacy as a core principle. We collect minimal information to provide you with the best possible experience:

1.1 No Personal Data Collection

Faith Explorer does not collect, store, or process any personal information including:

• Names, email addresses, or contact information
• Device identifiers or unique user IDs
• Location data or GPS coordinates
• Browsing history or search queries
• Saved verses or personal notes (stored locally on your device only)

1.2 Anonymous Usage Analytics

We may collect completely anonymous, aggregated usage statistics to improve the app, such as:

• App crash reports (without personal identifiers)
• Feature usage frequency (anonymized)
• Performance metrics to optimize app speed

2. How We Use Information

Since we collect minimal information, our use is limited to:

• Improving app performance and user experience
• Fixing bugs and technical issues
• Understanding which features are most valuable to users
• Ensuring app stability and reliability

3. Religious Content and AI Processing

3.1 Religious Texts

Faith Explorer provides access to publicly available religious texts and scriptures. All content is sourced from:

• Public domain religious texts and translations
• Open-source religious scripture databases
• Authorized religious text repositories
• Academic and scholarly religious text collections

3.2 AI-Powered Features

Our AI features are designed to respect religious diversity and provide educational insights:

• AI responses are generated based on publicly available religious texts
• No personal religious beliefs or practices are analyzed
• AI interactions are processed locally on your device when possible
• No religious queries or discussions are stored or transmitted

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage Only

Faith Explorer stores data locally on your device:

• Saved verses and bookmarks (stored on your device only)
• App preferences and settings
• Offline religious text content for faster access
• No data is transmitted to external servers

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security practices:

• End-to-end encryption for any data transmission
• Secure local storage encryption
• Regular security audits and updates
• No third-party data sharing or selling

5. Third-Party Services

Faith Explorer may use minimal third-party services for essential functionality:

• App store distribution platforms (Apple App Store, Google Play)
• Anonymous crash reporting services (if any crashes occur)
• No advertising networks or tracking services
• No social media integrations that collect personal data

6. Children's Privacy

Faith Explorer is suitable for users of all ages. We do not:

• Knowingly collect information from children under 13
• Require age verification or parental consent
• Track or monitor usage by minors
• Provide features that could compromise child safety

7. International Users

Faith Explorer is designed to respect international privacy laws:

• Compliant with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
• Respects CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
• Follows international data protection standards
• No cross-border data transfers of personal information

8. Your Rights

Since we collect minimal personal data, your rights include:

• Right to access any data we might have (which is minimal)
• Right to delete your local app data (via app settings)
• Right to opt-out of any data collection
• Right to contact us with privacy concerns

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

• Notify users of significant changes through the app
• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Maintain the same privacy-first approach
• Never reduce your privacy protections without consent

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or Faith Explorer's data practices, please contact us: