Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to ChristianAI. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

ChristianAI is operated by Leo, an individual developer ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you directly provide when using our Service:

• Account Information: Email address and password (required for account creation)
• Optional Profile Information: Username and first name
• User Preferences:
  • Preferred pronouns (he/him, she/her, they/them)
  • Age group (teen, adult, senior)
  • Conversation tone (formal, conversational, warm)
  • Bible translation preference (NIV, ESV, KJV, NLT, MSG)
  • Theme preference (light, dark, system)
• Conversation Content: Messages you send to biblical AI figures, conversation titles, and feedback you provide on responses

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Conversation metadata (message count, timestamps), token usage counts
• Authentication Data: Session tokens, user ID (system-generated)
• Subscription Information: Plan type, subscription status (when applicable)

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we don't collect:

• No device permissions (camera, microphone, location, contacts, photo library)
• No analytics or behavioral tracking
• No advertising IDs or marketing pixels
• No phone numbers or physical addresses
• No browsing history outside our Service

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide the Service: Enable AI-powered conversations with biblical figures
• Authentication: Create and manage your account, maintain secure sessions
• Personalization: Customize conversations based on your preferences (tone, pronouns, age group, Bible translation)
• Service Improvement: Understand usage patterns to improve features and user experience
• Subscription Management: Process payments and manage subscription plans (when applicable)
• Communication: Send important service updates, respond to support requests
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party service providers to operate our Service. Each has their own privacy policy governing how they use your information:

4.1 Supabase (Authentication & Database)

We use Supabase for user authentication, session management, and database services. Your email, password (hashed), and profile information are processed through Supabase.

Supabase Privacy Policy

4.2 OpenAI (AI Processing)

We use OpenAI's services to power the AI conversations with biblical figures. When you send a message, it is processed by OpenAI's language models along with relevant conversation context and your preferences (pronouns, age group, tone, Bible translation) to generate personalized responses.

Important: Your conversation content is sent to OpenAI for processing. We do not control how OpenAI processes this data beyond our contractual agreements.

OpenAI Privacy Policy

4.3 Stripe (Payment Processing)

When you subscribe to a paid plan, payment processing is handled by Stripe. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers. Stripe collects and processes payment information according to their privacy policy.

Stripe Privacy Policy

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: With third-party service providers (Supabase, OpenAI, Stripe) as necessary to provide the Service
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
• Safety & Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of ChristianAI, our users, or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition (users will be notified)
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

We do not: Share your data with advertisers, marketing companies, or data brokers.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption in Transit: All data transmitted between your device and our servers uses HTTPS encryption
• Secure Authentication: JWT (JSON Web Token) based authentication with automatic token refresh
• Password Security: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms (managed by Supabase)
• Secure Storage: Session tokens stored on your device are encrypted by the operating system
• Access Controls: Strict access controls to limit who can access user data

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

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your profile information, preferences, and conversation settings directly within the mobile app.

7.2 Account Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your account and all associated data. To request account deletion, please contact us at christianaisupport@gmail.com with the subject line "Account Deletion Request."

Upon receiving your request, we will:

• Delete your account within 30 days
• Remove all personal information and conversation data
• Send confirmation once deletion is complete

7.3 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format by contacting us at christianaisupport@gmail.com.

7.4 GDPR Rights (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification (correction) of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time

7.5 CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at christianaisupport@gmail.com. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.

Note: While our app includes age group options ("teen," "adult," "senior"), the "teen" option is only for users aged 13-17. Users must be at least 13 to create an account.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

9.1 Active Accounts

• Account Information: Retained while your account is active
• Conversation Data: Retained according to your subscription plan's retention policy (varies by plan)
• Authentication Tokens: Automatically expire and are refreshed periodically

9.2 Deleted Accounts

When you request account deletion, we will:

• Delete your personal information within 30 days
• Remove all conversation data and messages
• Retain only minimal information required for legal compliance (e.g., transaction records for tax purposes)

9.3 Legal Retention

We may retain certain information as required by law, for dispute resolution, to enforce our agreements, or for legitimate business purposes.

10. Cookies and Tracking

10.1 Mobile App

Our mobile app does not use cookies. We store essential authentication information locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms (AsyncStorage, encrypted by your device's operating system).

10.2 Website

Our website (christianai.world) may use essential cookies for basic functionality. We do not use:

• Third-party advertising cookies
• Analytics cookies (no Google Analytics, etc.)
• Social media tracking pixels
• Marketing or behavioral tracking cookies

11. International Users

ChristianAI is available globally. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States and countries where our service providers operate.

These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your country. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

11.1 European Economic Area (EEA)

If you are located in the EEA, we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal information:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide the Service you requested
• Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent (you may withdraw at any time)
• Legitimate Interests: For service improvement and security purposes
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws

Data Controller: Leo
Contact: christianaisupport@gmail.com

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• For material changes, we will notify you via email or through the app
• Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

13. Contact Us

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

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. For urgent privacy matters, please indicate "URGENT" in your email subject line.