Privacy Policy for Prayer Connect
Last Updated: January 2026
1. Introduction
Prayer Connect is developed and operated by Ataforge ("we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.
2. Information We Collect
Account Information:
When you create an account using Apple Sign-In or Google Sign-In, we collect your email address and, optionally, your name. This information is used to create and manage your account, sync your subscription status across devices, and provide customer support.
Location Data:
We collect your location only when you use the "Find Churches" feature to show nearby churches. This data is processed in real-time and is not stored on our servers.
Device Information:
We collect device identifiers, device type, operating system version, and app version for analytics purposes, to improve app performance, and to deliver push notifications.
Usage Data:
We collect anonymous usage statistics to understand how users interact with our app, such as which prayers are most viewed, feature usage, and app session duration.
Subscription Information:
If you subscribe to Prayer Connect Premium, we collect and process subscription-related information through our payment processor (RevenueCat). This includes your subscription tier, status, and expiration date. Payment details are processed securely by Apple (App Store) or Google (Play Store) and are not stored on our servers.
Language and Preferences:
We store your language preference, theme settings, font size, and audio quality preferences locally on your device.
Favorites:
Your favorite prayers are stored locally on your device and are not transmitted to our servers unless you are signed in and choose to sync your data.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account
- To provide and maintain our service
- To process and manage your subscriptions
- To find nearby churches when you request this feature
- To send prayer reminders and holiday notifications if you enable notifications
- To improve our app and user experience
- To display advertisements to free-tier users
- To provide customer support
- To detect and prevent fraud
4. Third-Party Services
Our app uses the following third-party services:
Apple Sign-In:
Used for account authentication on iOS devices. Apple's privacy policy applies: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
Google Sign-In:
Used for account authentication. Google's privacy policy applies: https://policies.google.com/privacy
RevenueCat:
Used for managing in-app subscriptions and purchases. RevenueCat's privacy policy applies: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy
Google Maps API:
Used for the church finder feature to display maps and nearby churches. Google's privacy policy applies: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google AdMob:
Used to display advertisements to free-tier users within the app. Google's privacy policy applies: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Firebase:
Used for analytics, crash reporting, and push notifications. Google's privacy policy applies: https://policies.google.com/privacy
5. Data Storage and Security
Your preferences, favorites, and settings are stored locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms. Account information and subscription data are stored securely on our servers with encryption.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, including HTTPS encryption for all data transmission.
6. Children's Privacy
Prayer Connect is suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. The app contains religious content appropriate for all age groups.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt-out of analytics collection
- Disable location services for the app
- Disable push notifications
- Cancel your subscription at any time
To delete your account, go to Settings > Account > Delete Account within the app, or contact us at hello@ataforge.com.
8. Data Retention
Local data (favorites, preferences) remains on your device until you uninstall the app or clear app data. Account data is retained until you request deletion. Subscription records may be retained for legal and accounting purposes as required by law.
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 to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, through in-app notifications. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: hello@ataforge.com
Website: https://ataforge.com
12. Consent
By using Prayer Connect, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
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