Privacy Policy

1. What Information Do We Collect?

Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you register, use our Services, or contact us. This may include:

• Names, email addresses, usernames, passwords
• Mailing addresses, billing addresses
• Phone numbers
• Payment card information (processed by Stripe)

Sensitive Information. With your consent or as permitted by law, we may process:

• Information revealing race or ethnic origin
• Data about sexual orientation
• Religious or philosophical beliefs
• Demographics, location, and journaling preferences

Information Automatically Collected

We automatically collect certain information such as your IP address, browser and device characteristics, operating system, and usage information. This helps us maintain security and improve our Services.

2. How Do We Process Your Information?

We process your information to provide, improve, and administer our Services, communicate with you, for security and fraud prevention, and to comply with law. This includes:

• Facilitating account creation and authentication
• Responding to user inquiries and providing support
• Enabling user-to-user communications
• Protecting vital interests and preventing harm

3. What Legal Bases Do We Rely On?

We only process your personal information when we have a valid legal reason under applicable law. Depending on your location, we may rely on:

• Consent - You have given us permission
• Legal Obligations - Required for compliance
• Vital Interests - To protect safety

4. When and With Whom Do We Share Your Information?

We may share your personal information in the following situations:

• Business Transfers - During mergers, sales, or acquisitions
• Service Providers - Google (authentication), Stripe (payments)

5. Do We Use Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies?

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to gather information and maintain security. We use Google Analytics to track usage. You can opt out at Google's opt-out page.

6. How Long Do We Keep Your Information?

We keep your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Notice, or for as long as you have an account with us, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. How Do We Keep Your Information Safe?

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no electronic transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

8. Do We Collect Information From Minors?

We do not knowingly collect data from or market to children under 18 years of age. By using the Services, you represent that you are at least 18 or have parental consent.

9. What Are Your Privacy Rights?

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

• Request access to and obtain a copy of your personal information
• Request rectification or erasure
• Restrict processing of your personal information
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at andrea@hisflock.org.

10. Controls for Do-Not-Track Features

We do not currently respond to Do-Not-Track browser signals, as no uniform technology standard has been finalized.

11. Do United States Residents Have Specific Privacy Rights?

If you are a resident of California or certain other US states, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access, correction, or deletion of your data.

12. Do Other Regions Have Specific Privacy Rights?

We comply with applicable privacy laws in Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. You have the right to request access to or correction of your personal information.

13. Do We Make Updates to This Notice?

Yes, we will update this notice as necessary to stay compliant with relevant laws. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Revised" date at the top.

14. How Can You Contact Us About This Notice?

If you have questions or comments about this notice, you may email us at andrea@hisflock.org.

15. How Can You Review, Update, or Delete the Data We Collect?

You may have the right to request access to the personal information we collect from you. To request to review, update, or delete your personal information, please submit a data subject access request.

16. Marketing Communications

Marketing Communications If you opt-in to receive marketing emails, we will send you updates about Flock features, community events, and faith-based content. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.