3-Mins-For-God-Privacy-Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Effective Date: November 28, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to 3 Mins for God (the “App”), a prayer and devotional application developed by TryTank Research Institute (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our App. By downloading, installing, or using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. App Settings and Preferences

We collect the following information to provide you with a personalized experience:

• Language Preference: Your selected language (English or Spanish) to display the App interface in your preferred language
• Theme Preference: Your choice of light or dark theme mode
• Notification Settings: Your notification preferences including:
  • Whether daily notifications are enabled or disabled
  • Selected days for receiving notifications
  • Custom notification times for each day
  • Weekly reflection notification preferences

Storage Location: This information is stored locally on your device using the device’s local storage system.

Purpose: These settings are used solely to provide you with a customized App experience and to deliver notifications according to your preferences.

2. Game Progress Data

We collect and store the following information related to your crossword puzzle gameplay:

• Game Attempts: Words you type while playing the daily crossword puzzle
• Game Dates: Dates associated with your gameplay sessions
• Progress Data: Your crossword puzzle progress to maintain your game state

Storage Location: This information is stored locally on your device in a local database.

Purpose: This data is used to save your game progress and allow you to continue playing where you left off. Game data is automatically cleared for dates older than the current day.

3. Contact Form Information (Optional)

If you choose to contact us through the App’s contact form, we may collect:

• Name: Your name as provided by you
• Email Address: Your email address as provided by you
• Message Content: The content of your message

Storage Location: This information is NOT stored in the App. It is sent directly to our support email address using your device’s default email application.

Purpose: This information is used solely to respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.

Note: You are not required to provide this information. Contact form submission is entirely optional.

4. App Version Information

The App automatically retrieves your App version number for display purposes in the settings screen.

Storage Location: This information is not stored and is used for display purposes only.

Purpose: To show you the current version of the App you are using.

Information We DO NOT Collect

We want to be transparent about what we do not collect:

• ❌ No Analytics Data: We do not collect usage statistics, crash reports, or any analytics data
• ❌ No Advertising Identifiers: We do not collect advertising IDs or any data for advertising purposes
• ❌ No Location Data: While the App requests location permission (for potential future features), we do not currently collect, store, or use your location information
• ❌ No Camera Data: While the App requests camera permission (for potential future features), we do not currently collect, store, or use any photos or camera data
• ❌ No User Account Information: The App does not require user registration or login. We do not collect usernames, passwords, or any account-related information
• ❌ No Payment Information: The App is free to use and does not collect any payment or financial information
• ❌ No Biometric Data: We do not collect fingerprint, face ID, or any biometric information
• ❌ No Contacts: We do not access or collect information from your device’s contact list
• ❌ No Device Identifiers: We do not collect device IDs, IP addresses, or other device identifiers for tracking purposes

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used exclusively for the following purposes:

1. App Functionality

• To remember your language preference and display the App in your chosen language
• To maintain your theme preference (light or dark mode)
• To save and restore your game progress in crossword puzzles
• To deliver local notifications according to your preferences
• To display the App version number

2. Customer Support

• To respond to your inquiries when you contact us through the contact form
• To provide technical support and assistance

3. App Improvement

• We may use anonymized, aggregated data to understand general App usage patterns (without identifying individual users)

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All user preferences and game progress data are stored locally on your device. This means:

• Your data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers
• We do not have access to your locally stored data
• Your data is protected by your device’s security measures
• You can delete all App data by uninstalling the App

Data Retention

• App Settings: Retained until you change them or uninstall the App
• Game Progress: Daily crossword puzzle data is automatically cleared after the current day
• Contact Form Data: Not stored in the App; handled by your email provider

Security Measures

While we store data locally on your device, we implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Data is stored using secure local storage mechanisms provided by the operating system
• No sensitive data is transmitted over the internet without encryption
• The App uses secure connections (HTTPS) when downloading audio files

Note: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are committed to protecting your privacy to the best of our ability.

Third-Party Services

Firebase Storage (Google)

We use Firebase Storage, a service provided by Google, to:

• Purpose: Download audio devotional files to your device
• Data Transmitted: No personal user data is transmitted. Only audio file downloads are requested.
• User Data Collected: Firebase Storage does not collect any personal information from our App users.
• Privacy Policy: Google’s Privacy Policy applies to Firebase services. You can review it at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Important: Firebase Analytics and Firebase Ads are disabled in our App configuration. We do not use any analytics or advertising features provided by Firebase.

Email Service

When you use the contact form, the App uses your device’s default email application to send messages:

• Data Transmitted: Only the information you provide in the contact form (name, email, message)
• Storage: Your email provider’s privacy policy governs how this data is handled
• Our Access: We only receive emails sent to our support address

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

1. Service Providers

We may use third-party service providers (such as Firebase Storage) to help operate our App. These providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than providing services to us.

2. Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, government agencies).

3. Protection of Rights

We may disclose information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our policies, or protect ours or others’ rights, property, or safety.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

1. Access Your Data

You can view your App settings and preferences directly within the App:

• Language preference: Settings → Language
• Theme preference: Settings → Theme
• Notification preferences: Settings → Notifications

2. Modify Your Data

You can change your preferences at any time through the App settings:

• Change language preference
• Switch between light and dark themes
• Modify notification settings
• Clear game progress by uninstalling and reinstalling the App

3. Delete Your Data

You can delete all App data by:

• Uninstalling the App from your device
• This will remove all locally stored preferences and game data

4. Opt-Out of Notifications

You can disable notifications at any time through:

• Settings → Notifications
• Your device’s notification settings

5. Contact Us

If you have questions about your data or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below.

Children’s Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do 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.

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

International Users

If you are using our App from outside the country where our servers are located, please note that:

• Your data is stored locally on your device
• No data is transferred internationally
• Your data is subject to the laws of your country of residence

Data Transfers

All user data is stored locally on your device and is not transferred to any external servers or locations. The only data transmission occurs when:

• Downloading audio files from Firebase Storage (no personal data included)
• Sending contact form submissions via your email app (handled by your email provider)

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Providing a notice within the App if changes are significant

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

Your Consent

By using our App, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our App.

California Privacy Rights

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

• Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information (note: our App stores data locally, so you can delete it by uninstalling the App)
• Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request restriction of processing
• Right to Data Portability: You can request transfer of your data
• Right to Object: You can object to processing of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section.

Contact Us

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

Email: support@trytank.org
Website: TryTank.org
Address: 3737 Seminary Road, Alexandria VA 22304

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.

Acknowledgment

By using 3 Mins for God, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to be bound by its terms. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the App.

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