Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Almas Para Cristo ("APC," "we," "our," or "us").

APC is a non-profit mobile application designed to support faith-based communities in managing communication, events, and member engagement.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with applicable laws and platform requirements, including:

• Apple App Store Review Guidelines
• Google Play User Data Policy
• GDPR (where applicable)
• CCPA (where applicable)

By using the App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Nature of the Application

APC is provided free of charge as a community management tool.

The App has been designed with specific organizational structures that may better align with certain church models. However:

• APC does not restrict access based on religion, denomination, beliefs, or any protected characteristic.
• Any functional differences are technical and structural, not discriminatory.

3. Important Notice About Payments

APC does NOT process, collect, store, or have access to any financial or payment information.

The App may provide external links to third-party platforms, including:

• Zelle
• Tithe.ly

These platforms are:

• Independent services
• Not owned, operated, or controlled by APC

APC:

• Does NOT process transactions
• Does NOT store financial data
• Does NOT track donations
• Has NO access to payment records

All donations (including tithes and offerings):

• Are handled directly by each church
• Are processed entirely outside the App

Users should review the privacy policies of those third-party services.

4. Donations of Goods and Community Exchanges

APC may allow users to communicate regarding voluntary donations of goods such as furniture, equipment, or household items.

However:

• APC does not handle, store, transport, or take possession of any items
• All exchanges are conducted directly between users

Users are solely responsible for:

• Communication
• Coordination
• Pickup and delivery
• Condition of items

APC acts only as a communication platform and assumes no responsibility or liability for these exchanges.

5. Information We Collect

Personal Data
Name, email address, phone number, and other information voluntarily provided.

Church Activity Data
Participation in events, groups, and community activities.

Device Data
Device type, operating system, and app interaction data.

Spiritual / Sensitive Data
Prayer requests, testimonies, or counseling information voluntarily shared.

Children's and Youth Data
Limited data related to participation in church educational programs, collected with parental consent.

6. Children's and Youth Educational Data

We collect limited information about children and youth strictly for educational and internal church purposes.

This includes:

• Tracking participation in Bible classes
• Recording learning progress
• Evaluating knowledge and skill development
• Providing progress updates to parents or guardians

Important:

• Data is not used for advertising or profiling
• Data is not sold or shared with third parties
• Access is restricted to authorized church staff and parents

Parents or guardians may:

• Review data
• Request corrections
• Request deletion at any time

7. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Manage user accounts
• Facilitate church operations and activities
• Improve app functionality
• Provide communication and updates
• Support pastoral care
• Comply with legal obligations

8. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in the following cases:

Within the Church
With authorized staff and leaders for operational purposes.

Service Providers
Hosting, analytics, or communication tools under strict confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements
When required by law.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data.
However, no system is completely secure.

10. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Maintain church records

11. User Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may:

• Access your data
• Correct your data
• Request deletion
• Withdraw consent

12. Account Deletion (Apple Requirement)

Users may request deletion of their account and personal data at any time by:

• Using in-app settings (if available), or
• Contacting us directly

We will process deletion requests in accordance with applicable laws.

13. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own.

14. Non-Discrimination Policy

APC is committed to inclusion and respect.
We do not discriminate based on:

• Religion
• Denomination
• Beliefs
• Gender
• Ethnicity
• Any protected characteristic

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of any updates.

16. Contact Information

Last updated: 03/17/2026