Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Faithful Athlete ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.

By using Faithful Athlete, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Create an account or register for our services
• Complete daily check-ins and journal entries
• Contact us for support or inquiries
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Participate in surveys or promotional activities

This information may include:

• Name and email address
• Age and date of birth
• Sport and athletic level (youth, high school, college)
• Check-in responses and journal entries
• Device information and usage data

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our app, including:

• Device type and operating system
• App version and usage statistics
• Crash reports and error logs
• IP address and general location data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Personalize your experience with daily affirmations and scripture
• Track your progress and maintain your streak
• Send you important updates and notifications
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns to improve app functionality
• Ensure the security and integrity of our services
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our app, such as cloud hosting, analytics, and customer support services.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent, such as when you choose to share content with coaches or mentors (future feature).

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can access and review your personal information through the app settings.
• Correction: You can update or correct your personal information at any time.
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of certain communications, such as marketing emails, through your account settings.

7. Children's Privacy

Faithful Athlete is designed for youth, high school, and college athletes. We take special care to protect the privacy of minors:

• We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) for users under 13
• For users under 18, we may require parental consent for certain features
• Parents can review, request changes to, or delete their child's information
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent

8. Third-Party Services

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending you a notification through the app (for significant changes)

Your continued use of Faithful Athlete after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: