Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 26, 2024
SermonReflect ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
- Sermon Content: Audio files, transcripts, and metadata you upload for processing
- User Preferences: Settings, progress tracking, and customization choices
- Subscription Information: Payment information processed through Google Play Billing
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Features accessed, content viewed, and interaction patterns
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
- Analytics Data: App performance, crash reports, and error logs
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and improve SermonReflect services
- Process sermon audio into study materials using AI
- Manage your account and subscription
- Track your study progress and personalize content
- Send important service updates and notifications
- Analyze app usage to improve features and user experience
- Ensure app security and prevent fraud
3. AI Processing
SermonReflect uses artificial intelligence services (including Google Gemini) to process sermon audio and generate study materials. Your uploaded content is:
- Transcribed from audio to text
- Analyzed to generate devotionals, study guides, and other materials
- Processed in accordance with our AI providers' data handling practices
- Not used to train AI models or shared with third parties for other purposes
4. Data Storage and Security
We use Firebase (Google Cloud Platform) to securely store your data. Security measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication protocols
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls limiting who can view your data
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service Providers: Firebase (hosting), Google Cloud (AI processing), payment processors
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Export: Download your sermon content and generated materials
- Opt-out: Disable analytics or certain data collection features
7. Data Retention
We retain your data:
- Account data: As long as your account is active
- Sermon content: Until you delete it or close your account
- Analytics data: Up to 26 months
- Legal/billing records: As required by law (typically 7 years)
8. Children's Privacy
SermonReflect is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it immediately.
9. Third-Party Services
Our app integrates with:
- Google Play Services: For subscriptions and authentication
- Firebase/Google Cloud: For hosting and data storage
- AI Services: For content processing
These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of information.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be stored and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under CCPA, including the right to know what personal information we collect and the right to opt-out of sale (we do not sell personal information).