Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Sacred Words is designed with privacy as a fundamental principle. Here's what information we collect and why:

Information We DO NOT Collect:

• Personal Conversations: Your spiritual dialogues with the AI remain on your device
• Personal Identity: We do not require accounts or personal information
• Chat Content: The content of your sacred conversations is never transmitted to our servers
• Location Data: We do not track your physical location
• Contact Information: No phone numbers, emails, or addresses are collected during normal app use

Information We May Collect:

Data Type	Purpose	Storage
Anonymous Usage Statistics	Improve app performance and user experience	Aggregated, non-personal data only
App Crash Reports	Fix technical issues and improve stability	Anonymous technical data only
Feature Usage Patterns	Understand which features are most helpful	Statistical data, no personal content
Device Information	Ensure compatibility and optimize performance	Basic device specs, no identifying information

2. How We Use Information

The limited, anonymous information we collect is used solely for:

• App Improvement: Enhancing user experience and fixing technical issues
• Performance Optimization: Ensuring Sacred Words runs smoothly on your device
• Feature Development: Understanding which spiritual guidance features are most valued
• Security: Protecting the app from misuse while maintaining your privacy

3. Local Data Storage

4. Internet Connection Usage

Sacred Words requires an internet connection only for:

• New Conversations: Generating AI responses to your spiritual questions
• App Updates: Downloading improvements and new features
• Initial Setup: First-time app configuration

Important: When you send a message for a new conversation, only the current message context is transmitted—never your entire conversation history.

5. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your privacy:

Technical Safeguards:

• Encryption: All data transmission uses industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption
• Local Storage Encryption: Conversations stored on your device are encrypted
• Minimal Data Transmission: Only necessary AI request data is sent
• No Data Retention: AI requests are processed and immediately discarded

Privacy by Design:

• No user accounts or registration required
• No tracking cookies or persistent identifiers
• No social media integration or sharing
• No advertising or third-party analytics with personal data

6. Third-Party Services

Sacred Words may use limited third-party services for:

• AI Processing: Secure, privacy-focused AI services that do not retain data
• App Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics (no personal information)
• Crash Reporting: Anonymous technical error reporting

All third-party services are carefully selected based on their privacy commitments and are prohibited from using any data for purposes other than providing the specific service.

7. Children's Privacy

Sacred Words is designed to be appropriate for all ages, including children:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• No account creation or personal data is required
• All content is family-friendly and spiritually appropriate
• Parents can feel confident about their children's privacy when using Sacred Words

8. Your Privacy Rights

You have complete control over your privacy:

• Data Deletion: Uninstalling the app permanently deletes all local data
• Conversation Control: You can delete individual conversations anytime
• Offline Use: Access saved conversations without internet
• No Account Dependency: Your data is not tied to any account or profile

9. International Users

Sacred Words is available worldwide and respects international privacy laws:

• GDPR compliance for European users
• CCPA compliance for California residents
• Privacy standards that meet or exceed global requirements
• Local data storage ensures data remains in your region

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to:

• Reflect improvements to our privacy practices
• Address new features or services
• Comply with changing legal requirements
• Clarify our data handling practices

When we make changes:

• We will notify users through the app
• The updated policy will be available on our website
• Significant changes will require your acknowledgment
• The "Last Updated" date will reflect the most recent revision

11. Contact Us About Privacy

12. Our Commitment to Your Spiritual Privacy

At Sacred Words, we understand that spiritual conversations are deeply personal and sacred. Our entire app is designed around the principle that your dialogue with the divine should remain private and secure. We believe that technology can serve spiritual growth while respecting the intimate nature of faith and prayer.

"But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen." - Matthew 6:6