Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11-19-24

Introduction
Bigger Than Fear ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our daily journal app. By using our app, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. User-Provided Data

When using Bigger Than Fear, you may provide the following information:

Text Entries: Journal entries you write.
Media Uploads: Photos, videos, and audio recordings you upload.

This data remains private and is stored securely on your device or in our cloud storage service (if applicable).

1.2. Anonymized Analytics Data

We collect anonymized data to understand how our app is used. This may include:

• Frequency of app usage.
• Device type and operating system.
• General location (city or country).

This data does not identify individual users and is collected in aggregate.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve app functionality.
• Enable you to create, store, and manage your journal entries.
• Analyze app usage trends to enhance user experience (using anonymized analytics).

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement security measures to safeguard your data, including:

• Encryption of data during transmission and storage.
• Regular security audits of our systems.
• Limiting access to your data to authorized personnel only.

Despite these measures, no system is completely secure. Please take care when sharing sensitive information in the app.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share information in the following cases:

With Service Providers: We use third-party services (e.g., cloud storage, analytics) that adhere to data protection standards.
Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect our rights.

We do not share your journal entries, photos, videos, or audio files with any third parties.

5. Your Data Choices

5.1. Access and Control

You retain control of your data. You may:

• Export your journal entries.
• Delete any data you upload.

5.2. Opt-Out of Analytics

If you prefer not to share anonymized usage data, you can opt out in the app settings.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide the app's functionality or as required by law. Deleted data may remain in backups temporarily but will be permanently removed within a reasonable timeframe.

7. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates third-party analytics tools (e.g., [e.g., Firebase Analytics]). These services collect anonymized usage data in compliance with their privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy practices.

8. Children's Privacy

Bigger Than Fear is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such data, it will be deleted promptly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the app, and your continued use signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
https://biggerthanfear.com/#contact
Mailing Address: PO Box 2165 Pine, AZ 85544