Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Sermon Assist, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our website and mobile application (collectively, our "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (church/organization, role, denomination)
• Payment information (processed securely through our payment providers)
• Content you create (sermons, notes, outlines)
• Communications with us (support requests, feedback)

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Usage information (features used, interactions)
• Location information (with your permission)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Provide and improve our Services
• Process your payments and manage your subscription
• Communicate with you about our Services
• Send you updates and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Analyze and improve our Services
• Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Service providers (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
• Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants, auditors)
• Law enforcement or regulatory bodies when required by law
• Potential buyers in case of a business sale or merger

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to processing of your information
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• Export your data in a portable format

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Services and comply with legal obligations. When we no longer need your information, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or maintain information from children under 13.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes through our Services or by email.

11. Cookie Policy

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, understand how our Services are used, and personalize content. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

12. Contact Us

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

13. Legal Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA) or UK, you have certain rights under data protection laws, including:

• The right to be informed about our processing of your personal data
• The right to access your personal data
• The right to rectification if your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete
• The right to erasure (also known as the 'right to be forgotten')
• The right to restrict processing of your personal data
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing of your personal data
• Rights in relation to automated decision making and profiling

14. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Any disputes relating to this policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts where our company is registered.