Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information (Collected at Sign-In)

When you sign in using Google Sign-In or other authentication providers, we collect:

1.2 User Profile Data (User-Provided)

You may optionally provide:

• Biography: Personal description for profile customization
• Location: City or region for personalization
• Favorite Verse: Your preferred Gita verse for community features

1.3 App Usage Data (Automatically Collected)

• Bookmarked Verses: Verses you save for reading progress and personalization
• Completed Verses: Verses you have read for progress tracking
• Completed Chapters: Chapters you have finished for progress tracking
• Reading Streak: Daily reading activity for gamification and motivation
• Last Login Date: Most recent sign-in for account activity tracking

1.4 User Preferences

• Language Preference: English, Hindi, or Sanskrit for content localization
• Theme Preference: Light, Dark, or System for UI personalization
• Font Size: Small, Medium, or Large for accessibility
• Notification Settings: On/Off preference for communication preferences

1.5 Chat & Conversation Data

When using the AI Gita Guide chat feature, we store:

• Conversation History: Complete chat messages (until deleted by user)
• Message Content: User questions and AI responses (until deleted by user)
• Referenced Verses: Gita verses mentioned in chat (linked to conversation)
• Conversation Topics: Categorized themes (Dharma, Karma, etc.) as metadata
• Message Timestamps: When messages were sent for ordering and display

1.6 Technical Data

• IP Address: Network address for security and fraud prevention
• Device Type: Mobile device model for app optimization
• Operating System: iOS/Android version for compatibility
• App Version: Installed app version for support and updates
• Crash Reports: Error logs for bug fixing and stability

2. How We Store Your Data

2.1 Database Storage

Your data is stored securely in:

• MongoDB Atlas: Cloud-hosted database for user profiles, preferences, bookmarks, reading progress, and conversation history
• Firebase Authentication: Account credentials and authentication tokens
• Cloudflare R2: Media files and static content

2.2 Data Collections

We maintain the following data collections:

• app-users: Profile, preferences, bookmarks, progress (user-specific access)
• conversations: Chat history with AI assistant (user-specific access)
• verses: Gita verses referenced by user data (public content)
• chapters: Chapter information (public content)

2.3 Data Security Measures

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encrypted data at rest
• Firebase Authentication tokens
• Role-based access control
• Regular security audits

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

1. Operate the Service: Authenticate users, save preferences, track progress
2. Personalize Experience: Show relevant content based on your preferences
3. Provide AI Chat: Store conversation context for meaningful responses
4. Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, add features
5. Communicate: Send important updates, respond to support requests
6. Ensure Security: Prevent fraud, detect abuse, protect users

4. Information Sharing

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We share data with trusted providers who process data on our behalf:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication - Email, UID, auth tokens
• MongoDB Atlas: Database hosting - All app data
• Cloudflare: CDN, media storage - Media files
• AI Provider: Chat processing - Chat messages (anonymized)

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect safety.

5. AI Chat Feature Disclosure

5.1 How AI Chat Works

• Your messages are processed by AI to generate spiritual guidance responses
• Conversation history is stored to provide context in future chats
• AI responses are educational and should not replace professional advice

5.2 What Not to Share in Chat

Do not share in chat messages:

• Financial information (bank details, card numbers)
• Government IDs or official documents
• Medical or health information
• Passwords or security credentials
• Sensitive personal matters

6. Your Rights & Choices

6.1 Access Your Data

You can view all your stored data through the app's profile section.

6.2 Update Your Data

You can edit your profile, preferences, and settings at any time.

6.3 Delete Your Data

You can:

• Delete individual conversations from chat history
• Delete bookmarks and saved content
• Request complete account deletion by contacting support

6.4 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your data by contacting us.

6.5 Opt-Out Options

• Disable push notifications in app settings
• Sign out to stop data collection
• Delete account to remove all stored data

7. Data Retention

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, contact us immediately for deletion.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Data processing agreements
• Compliance with applicable data protection laws

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be notified through:

• Updated "Last Updated" date at the top
• In-app notification for significant changes

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or data requests:

Email: bugfivenine@gmail.com

Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours.

12. Consent

By signing in to Everyday Gita, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.