Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Ministry.
Ministry is a platform created to help churches, ministry teams, small groups, and believers stay connected through prayer, Scripture, events, and meaningful community. We believe trust is essential. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your personal information. By creating an account or using Ministry, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you use Ministry, we may collect different types of information.
- Name
- Email address
- Profile photo
- Username
- Church affiliation (if provided)
- Biography or profile information
- Interests you choose to share
If you choose to sign in using Apple or another authentication provider, we receive only the information authorized by that provider.
Content You Create
Ministry allows you to create and share content including:
- Prayer requests
- Messages
- Group discussions
- Group information
- Events
- Notes
- Journal entries
- Verse favorites
- Profile information
- Other content voluntarily submitted through the app
You remain the owner of the content you create.
Community Information
When you interact with other users, we may collect information related to:
- Friends and connections
- Groups you join
- Prayer activity
- Messages exchanged
- Event participation
- Community interactions
This information allows Ministry to provide the features that make the platform work.
Device Information
To improve reliability and security, we may automatically collect:
- Device model
- Operating system
- App version
- Language settings
- Time zone
- Anonymous diagnostic information
- Crash reports
- Performance information
This information helps us improve Ministry and resolve technical issues.
How We Use Your Information
We use information to:
- Create and manage your account
- Authenticate your identity
- Display your profile
- Deliver app features
- Enable groups and community features
- Send notifications you choose to receive
- Synchronize your information across devices
- Improve application performance
- Maintain platform security
- Detect abuse or fraudulent activity
- Respond to support requests
- Develop future features and services
We only use information necessary to operate and improve Ministry.
Prayer Requests and Community Content
Prayer requests, group posts, messages, and other community content are shared according to the privacy settings you choose.
For example:
- Private content is visible only to you.
- Friends content is shared with approved friends.
- Community content may be visible to other users depending on the feature.
Users are responsible for the information they choose to share.
Artificial Intelligence Features
Some Ministry features may use artificial intelligence to help generate Bible studies, devotional content, or other spiritual resources.
When using these features:
- Scripture references may be processed to generate responses.
- AI-generated content is intended for educational and devotional purposes only.
- Users should always compare generated content with Scripture and trusted biblical teaching.
We continuously improve these features to provide accurate and meaningful experiences.
Ministry Pro
If you subscribe to Ministry Pro:
- Payments are processed securely through Apple.
- Ministry does not receive your payment information.
- We receive only the information necessary to verify your subscription status.
- Subscription management is handled through your Apple Account.
Data Storage
Your information is securely stored using trusted cloud infrastructure.
We use modern security practices designed to protect user information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Although we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is completely secure.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information.
Information may only be shared:
- When required by law
- To protect the safety of users
- To investigate abuse or fraud
- With trusted service providers that help operate Ministry
- When you choose to share information with other users
Third-Party Services
Ministry relies on trusted third-party providers to operate certain services, including:
- Firebase
- Apple App Store
- Apple In-App Purchases
- Apple Sign In (when applicable)
- Google services (when applicable)
These providers maintain their own privacy policies.
Analytics and Diagnostics
To improve Ministry, anonymous analytics and diagnostic information may be collected.
This information helps us:
- Improve performance
- Identify crashes
- Fix bugs
- Understand feature usage
- Improve the overall experience
Analytics are never used to sell personal information.
Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide Ministry services
- Maintain security
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our Terms of Use
Some information may remain in backups for a limited period after deletion.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account
- Request deletion of personal information
- Withdraw certain permissions
- Receive a copy of your data where applicable
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
Deleting Your Account
You may request deletion of your Ministry account.
When your account is deleted:
- Your profile information will be removed.
- Personal account information will be deleted where reasonably possible.
- Certain information may be retained when required for legal, security, or operational purposes.
Some content shared with other users may remain if necessary to preserve conversations or group history.
Children's Privacy
Ministry is not intended for children under the age of 13.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to remove that information.
International Users
Ministry may be accessed from different countries.
By using Ministry, you understand that your information may be processed in countries where our service providers operate.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When significant changes are made, we will update the "Last updated" date and, when appropriate, notify users within the application. Continued use of Ministry after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: app.ministry.contact@gmail.com.
Thank You
Thank you for trusting Ministry.
Our mission is to build thoughtful digital tools that help churches, ministry leaders, small groups, and believers grow in faith, community, and service while respecting your privacy and protecting the information you choose to share.