Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 19, 2026

Beacon ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information to provide and improve our services:

• Email Address — Used for account creation and authentication.
• Prayer Requests — Stored securely to track your prayer journey.
• Bible Reading Progress — Tracks chapters read and verses saved.
• Highlights — Verses you choose to highlight while reading.
• Gratitude Entries — Daily gratitude reflections you submit.
• Spiritual Goals — Goals you set for your spiritual growth.
• Journey Progress — Your progress through discipleship journeys.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide core app functionality (reading, prayer tracking, journeys).
• To sync your data across devices using your account.
• To track your spiritual growth and habits.
• To improve the app experience and fix bugs.
• To send you important account notifications.

3. Data Storage & Security

All data is stored securely in Firebase (Google Cloud Platform). Firebase implements industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit and at rest. Your information is private and only accessible to you. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties.

4. Third-Party Services

• Firebase — Used for authentication and data storage.
• Google Play Services — Used for app distribution on Android.

These services are GDPR-compliant and adhere to strict data protection standards.

5. Your Rights

• Access: You can view all your data within the app.
• Edit: You can update or correct your data anytime.
• Delete: You can delete your account and all associated data by contacting us.
• Export: You can request a copy of your data.
• Opt-out: You can opt out of non-essential data collection.

6. Children's Privacy

Beacon does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with an updated date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: support@beacon.co.za
• WhatsApp: +27 78 241 0480
• Website: beacon.co.za