Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy — Bhagavad Gita Community AI

Last Updated: October 23, 2025
Effective From: October 23, 2025

At Bhagavad Gita Community AI, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you use our app and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information to improve your experience and provide personalized spiritual and AI-based services:

  • Personal Details: Name, email address, profile photo

  • Optional Details: Phone number, gender, date of birth (DOB)

  • App Usage Preferences: Preferred language and other personalization settings

  • Authentication Data: Google Sign-In and Firebase Authentication credentials

  • Subscription Data: Purchase history and subscription details

All data is securely stored and used only for the purposes described in this policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data helps us to:

  • Personalize your app experience and AI chatbot (e.g., Krishna AI)

  • Authenticate your account via Firebase and Google Sign-In

  • Manage subscriptions and verify purchases

  • Send reminders, notifications, and personalized content

  • Improve app performance and engagement

  • Support community interactions, including moderation and content reporting

We do not sell or share your personal information for advertising or marketing purposes.

3. In-App Subscriptions and Purchases

Our app offers in-app purchases and subscriptions to unlock premium features.

  • Subscriptions are securely handled by Google Play or Apple App Store.

  • You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your account settings.

  • We do not store or access your payment card details; payments are processed securely by Google or Apple.

4. Data Storage and Security

All user data is stored using Firebase security and encryption standards.
Only authorized personnel can access user data.
We implement safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

5. AI Chatbot (Krishna AI)

The Krishna AI chatbot provides spiritual and conversational guidance based on the Bhagavad Gita.

  • We may use anonymized or aggregated chat data to improve responses.

  • We do not share any chat content with external AI services.

6. Community Features

The app allows users to share images, posts, and participate in group chats.

  • All interactions are moderated to ensure a respectful spiritual community.

  • The Report feature lets users flag inappropriate content for review.

7. Notifications and Reminders

We use Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to send updates, community messages, and reminders.
You can disable notifications anytime in your device settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information while your account remains active.
Once deleted, your data — including subscription and authentication records — is permanently removed.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our app is intended for users aged 13 and above.
If a child under 13 provides personal data, please contact us for immediate removal.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or correct your personal information

  • Delete your account and all associated data

  • Withdraw consent for data processing

You can exercise these rights by contacting us directly.

11. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to operate our app:

  • Firebase Authentication & Cloud Messaging (Google LLC)

  • Google Sign-In for login

  • Google Play Billing / Apple In-App Purchase for subscriptions

Each provider follows its own privacy policy, available on their official websites.

12. Data We Do Not Collect

We do not collect or track:

  • Device data or browsing activity

  • Contacts, media files, or precise location data

  • Unrelated analytics or behavioral tracking

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Updates will appear here, and continued use of the app implies acceptance of any changes.

14. App Permissions

Bhagavad Gita Community AI may request certain permissions on your device to enable full functionality of app features. These permissions are used solely for app operations and not for tracking or advertising purposes.

The permissions include:

  • Image and Video Permission:
    To allow users to upload, share, or set profile pictures and community posts within the app.

  • Notification Permission:
    To send you reminders, spiritual insights, and community updates through push notifications.

  • Background Service Permission:
    To maintain essential app functions such as message syncing, community updates, and reminders even when the app is not active.

You can manage or revoke these permissions anytime through your device’s Settings → Apps → Bhagavad Gita Community AI → Permissions.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, feedback, or requests related to your data, please reach out to us at:

📧 mecosmo369@gmail.com
📱 Bhagavad Gita Community AI — Emerging Technology and Innovation Product