Privacy Policy for GITA Pray
Effective Date: December 2024
Last Updated: December 2024
Introduction
Blue Sparrow Dev ("we," "our," or "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 the GITA Pray mobile application ("App").
This policy applies to all users worldwide, including those in the European Union (EU/EEA), United Kingdom, United States, India, and other jurisdictions with data protection regulations.
Contact Information:
- General inquiries: info@bluesparrow.dev
- Privacy inquiries: privacy@bluesparrow.dev
- Website: https://bluesparrow.dev
Our Privacy Commitment
GITA Pray is designed with a privacy-first philosophy. We believe your spiritual practice is deeply personal. Therefore:
- ✅ Your prayer data stays on your device — We do not upload, sync, or store your prayer history on any server.
- ✅ Minimal data collection — We only collect what is absolutely necessary for the App to function.
- ✅ No behavioral tracking — We do not track your in-app behavior for advertising or analytics purposes.
- ✅ No sale of data — We never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Account Information (Optional)
If you choose to create an account, we collect:
- Email address — For account identification and communication
- Display name — For personalization (optional)
- Authentication credentials — Securely managed through our authentication provider
Purpose: To enable features like subscription management and optional account recovery.
1.2 Device Information
- Device identifier — Anonymous identifiers for subscription validation
- Operating system version — To ensure App compatibility
- App version — To provide appropriate updates and support
Purpose: To deliver and improve the App experience.
1.3 Subscription Information
If you purchase a premium subscription, we process:
- Purchase transaction ID — To validate your subscription status
- Subscription status — Active, expired, or trial period
- Subscription type — Monthly, yearly, or lifetime
Purpose: To provide premium features and manage your subscription.
Note: All payment processing is handled securely by Google Play. We never receive or store your payment card details.
1.4 App Usage Permissions
The App requests the following device permissions:
| Permission | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Usage Access | To detect when blocked apps are opened (required for core functionality) |
| Display Over Other Apps | To show the prayer screen overlay (required for core functionality) |
| Notifications | To send daily prayer reminders (optional) |
Purpose: These permissions are essential for the App's core prayer-unlock functionality.
1.5 Prayer and Meditation Data
- Your prayer history
- Meditation duration
- Streak counts
- Verse reading history
- Achievement progress
Important: This data is stored locally on your device only. We do not have access to this information and cannot retrieve it from our servers because it never leaves your device.
1.6 Support Communications
If you contact us for support, we may collect:
- Your email address
- Message content
- Device and App information for troubleshooting
Purpose: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information solely for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Provide and maintain the App | Performance of contract |
| Process subscriptions | Performance of contract |
| Send prayer reminders (if enabled) | Your consent |
| Respond to support requests | Legitimate interest |
| Improve App stability | Legitimate interest |
| Comply with legal obligations | Legal obligation |
3. Data Storage and Security
3.1 Local Storage
Prayer data, meditation history, and personal statistics are stored locally on your device using encrypted secure storage. This data:
- Never leaves your device
- Is not accessible to us
- Is deleted if you uninstall the App or clear App data
3.2 Cloud Services
We use the following cloud services for limited purposes:
| Service | Purpose | Data Processed |
|---|---|---|
| Appwrite (Authentication) | User account management | Email, user ID |
| RevenueCat | Subscription management | Transaction ID, subscription status |
| Firebase Cloud Messaging | Push notifications | Device token (anonymous) |
All cloud service providers are bound by data processing agreements and maintain appropriate security measures.
3.3 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security practices:
- Encrypted data transmission (TLS/SSL)
- Secure token storage on device
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls for any cloud data
4. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account information | Until account deletion |
| Local prayer data | Until you delete it or uninstall the App |
| Subscription records | As required by financial regulations (typically 7 years) |
| Support communications | 2 years from last contact |
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
5.1 For All Users
- Access — Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction — Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion — Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Portability — Export your data in a portable format (via App settings)
5.2 For EU/EEA/UK Residents (GDPR)
In addition to the above:
- Restrict processing — Limit how we use your data
- Object to processing — Object to certain data uses
- Withdraw consent — Withdraw previously given consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint — File a complaint with your local data protection authority
5.3 For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
- Know — Know what personal information is collected
- Delete — Request deletion of personal information
- Opt-out — We do not sell personal information
- Non-discrimination — Receive equal service regardless of exercising rights
5.4 For Indian Residents
In accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act:
- Access and correction — Request access and correction of data
- Erasure — Request erasure of personal data
- Grievance redressal — Contact our grievance officer at privacy@bluesparrow.dev
5.5 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@bluesparrow.dev. We will respond within:
- 30 days for EU/UK requests
- 45 days for California requests
- As required by applicable law for other jurisdictions
6. Children's Privacy
GITA Pray is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EU/EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at privacy@bluesparrow.dev, and we will promptly delete such information.
7. Third-Party Services
The App integrates with the following third-party services:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Play | App distribution, payments | Google Privacy Policy |
| RevenueCat | Subscription management | RevenueCat Privacy Policy |
| Firebase | Push notifications | Firebase Privacy Policy |
| Appwrite | Authentication | Appwrite Privacy Policy |
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of India, your data may be transferred to and processed in India where our company is based, or in other countries where our service providers operate.
For transfers from the EU/EEA/UK:
- We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses
- You may request information about these safeguards by contacting privacy@bluesparrow.dev
9. Offline Functionality
GITA Pray is designed to work offline. Core features including prayer tracking, verse reading, and statistics work without an internet connection. Your data remains on your device and is never uploaded.
Online connectivity is only required for:
- Initial account creation
- Subscription purchase and validation
- Receiving push notifications
10. Push Notifications
If you enable push notifications, we use Firebase Cloud Messaging to deliver:
- Daily prayer reminders
- Verse of the Day notifications
You can disable notifications at any time through your device settings or within the App.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- The "Last Updated" date will be revised
- For significant changes, we will notify you via the App or email
- Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
General Inquiries:
Email: info@bluesparrow.dev
Privacy-Specific Inquiries:
Email: privacy@bluesparrow.dev
Website:
https://bluesparrow.dev
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 7 business days.
Language
This Privacy Policy is provided in English. In case of any conflict between translated versions and the English version, the English version shall prevail.
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