Privacy Policy for Focal
Effective Date: June 27, 2025
Last Updated: June 27, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Focal, developed by Qlay Labs, LLC ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding your personal information when you use our mobile application Focal (the "App").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and any profile information you choose to provide
Payment Information: If you choose to support us with a recurring contribution, payment processing is handled securely by third-party providers (we do not store your payment details)
Advanced Feature Usage: If you access contributor benefits, we may collect data related to offline downloads, audio preferences, and advanced feature usage (when such features become available)
Communications: Messages you send to us for support or feedback
Information We Collect Automatically
Reading Activity: Bible passages you read, bookmarks, highlights, and reading history to enhance your experience
Usage Data: How you interact with the App, features used, and time spent reading
Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, and unique device identifiers
Authentication Data: Login timestamps and authentication method used (Google, Apple, or email)
Information We Collect from Third Parties
Google/Apple Sign-In: If you sign in through Google or Apple, we receive basic profile information (name, email) as permitted by those services
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide the Service: Enable core Bible reading functionality and sync across devices
- Personalize Experience: Remember your reading preferences, bookmarks, and progress
- Enable Advanced Features: Provide offline access, audio narration, and other advanced tools for contributors (when such features become available)
- Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and fix issues
- Communicate: Send important updates about the service and respond to support requests
- Process Contributions: Handle voluntary recurring support payments
- Security: Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted third parties that help us operate the App (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to sharing
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments
- Limited access to personal information
- Secure authentication practices
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Update: Modify your account information at any time
- Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
- Data Portability: Export your reading data in a standard format
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@focalbible.com.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information longer for legitimate business purposes or legal requirements.
Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information immediately.
International Users
If you use our App from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or by email. Your continued use after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Qlay Labs, LLC
Address:
1401 21st ST STE R
Sacramento, CA 95811
Email: founders@focalbible.com
This policy is designed to be clear and understandable. If you have questions about any section, please don't hesitate to reach out.