Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 27, 2025

Holy Stories ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our mobile application ("App").

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide:

• Your first name (during onboarding, for personalization only).
• Your notification preferences.

Information collected automatically:

• Device type and operating system version.
• App usage data (stories read, features used, reading streaks).
• Anonymous analytics data through Mixpanel to improve the App experience.

Information we do NOT collect:

• We do not collect your email address, phone number, physical address, or payment information. All payments are processed entirely by Apple through the App Store.
• We do not collect precise location data.
• We do not collect health, financial, or biometric data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Personalize your experience within the App (e.g., greeting you by name).
• Track your reading progress, streaks, and badges.
• Send push notifications if you have opted in (daily story reminders).
• Understand how users interact with the App to improve content and features.
• Diagnose technical issues and improve App performance.

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share limited anonymous analytics data with:

• Mixpanel — for anonymous App usage analytics.
• RevenueCat — for subscription management (processes subscription status only, no personal data).
• Firebase — for App infrastructure and content delivery.

These services process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and are used solely to operate and improve the App.

4. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely using Firebase, a Google Cloud service, with industry-standard encryption and security practices. We retain your data only for as long as necessary to provide the App's services. Anonymous analytics data may be retained for up to 24 months.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access — Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you.
• Deletion — Request deletion of your personal data. You can do this by contacting us at the email below.
• Opt out of notifications — Disable push notifications at any time through your device settings.
• Cancel subscription — Manage or cancel your subscription through your Apple ID settings at any time.

6. Children's Privacy

Holy Stories is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

7. Third-Party Links

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as social media platforms when sharing content). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Data Processing Location

Your data may be processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:
support@holystories.app

Holy Stories
Dubai, United Arab Emirates