Privacy Policy

Introduction

MyPrayerTower ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website (myprayertower.com) and mobile applications (collectively, the "Services"). Please read this policy carefully. By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Account Information: Name, email address, password (encrypted), profile picture
• Prayer Requests: Content you submit to the prayer wall (may be public)
• Church Preferences: Saved churches, home parish selection
• Communications: Messages you send to us or other users

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type
• Location Data: IP address, approximate location (for nearby churches)
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent
• Cookies: Session cookies, preferences, analytics

How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain our Services
• To personalize your experience and recommendations
• To process prayer requests and community features
• To send you notifications (with your consent)
• To respond to your inquiries and provide support
• To improve our Services through analytics
• To display relevant advertisements (Google AdMob)
• To comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Play Billing: In-app purchases and subscriptions on Android (see Google's Privacy Policy)
• Cashfree Payments: Web payment processing (see Cashfree's Privacy Policy)
• Google AdMob: Advertising services (see Google's Privacy Policy)
• Google Analytics: Usage analytics and insights
• Firebase: Push notifications and authentication
• Supabase: Database and authentication services
• Google Maps: Church location and directions

Payment Information

When you make purchases (subscriptions, donations, Mass offerings, virtual candles), payment is processed through Google Play Billing (Android app) or Cashfree (web). We do not store your full credit card details. We receive confirmation of payment and limited billing information to fulfill your order.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our Services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at privacy@myprayertower.com.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Export your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption (SSL/TLS), secure password hashing, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

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 information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

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

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.