Bible Progress ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Bible reading tracker application at bibleprogress.com.
By using Bible Progress, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
1. Personal Information (Optional)
If you choose to use our optional cloud sync feature, we collect:
Email address - When you create an account using email/password authentication
Google account information - Name, email, and profile photo when you sign in with Google OAuth
User ID - A unique identifier assigned by Firebase Authentication
2. Reading Progress Data
We store your Bible reading progress, which includes:
Chapter completion status and timestamps
Profile names and preferences
Reading plan selections
Reading streak data
Profile-specific settings (colors, preferences)
This data is stored locally in your browser by default and only synchronized to the cloud if you explicitly enable cloud sync by creating an account.
3. Analytics and Usage Data
We use Google Firebase Analytics to collect:
Device information (browser type, operating system)
Usage patterns (pages visited, features used)
General geographic location (city/country level)
Session duration and interaction data
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for:
Providing core functionality - Tracking and displaying your Bible reading progress
Cloud synchronization - Backing up your data and enabling access across devices (when opted in)
Authentication - Verifying your identity for cloud sync features
Application improvement - Understanding how users interact with features to improve the app
Technical maintenance - Debugging issues and ensuring application stability
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
Your reading progress is primarily stored in your browser's local storage. This data:
Remains on your device
Is not transmitted to our servers unless you enable cloud sync
Can be cleared by clearing your browser data
Can be exported as a JSON backup file
Cloud Storage (Optional)
If you enable cloud sync, your data is stored in:
Firebase Firestore - A secure, Google-managed cloud database
Firebase Authentication - Secure authentication service
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
Firebase Security Rules restricting data access to authenticated users only
Input validation and sanitization (XSS prevention)
Regular security audits
Third-Party Services
Bible Progress uses the following third-party services:
We load styling and charting libraries from content delivery networks. These services may collect basic access logs.
Cookies and Tracking
Bible Progress uses minimal cookies and tracking:
Essential cookies - Firebase authentication tokens (required for cloud sync)
Analytics cookies - Google Analytics tracking (can be blocked with browser extensions)
Local storage - Reading progress, preferences, and settings
Session storage - Temporary data for easter egg tracking
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
You have the right to:
Access your data - Download a JSON backup of your reading progress anytime (Settings → Backup & Restore)
Modify your data - Edit profiles, change reading plans, update progress directly in the app
Delete your data - Clear profiles, sign out, or request account deletion
Opt out of cloud sync - Use the app without creating an account (local-only mode)
Data Portability
You can export all your reading progress data as a JSON file at any time through the Settings page. This allows you to:
Create backups before clearing browser data
Transfer data between browsers or devices
Keep a permanent local copy of your progress
Account Deletion
To permanently delete your account and all associated cloud data, please contact us at the email below. We will process your request within 30 days.
Data Retention
Local data - Persists until you clear browser data or manually delete it
Cloud data - Retained as long as your account is active
Analytics data - Retained according to Google Analytics retention policies (14-26 months)
Deleted accounts - All user data permanently deleted within 30 days of account deletion request
Children's Privacy
Bible Progress is appropriate for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
International Users
Bible Progress is hosted and operated in the United States. If you are accessing the service from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US where our servers are located.
By using Bible Progress, you consent to the transfer of your information to the US and processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:
Right to access - Request a copy of your personal data
Right to rectification - Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to erasure - Request deletion of your data
Right to restrict processing - Request limitation of data processing
Right to data portability - Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Right to object - Object to processing of your data
Right to withdraw consent - Withdraw consent at any time
CCPA Compliance (California Users)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under CCPA:
Right to know - Request disclosure of personal information collected
Right to delete - Request deletion of personal information
Right to opt-out - Opt out of sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
Right to non-discrimination - Not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be announced through the application.
Continued use of Bible Progress after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy requests within 30 days
Summary
In short: Bible Progress respects your privacy. Your reading progress is stored locally on your device by default. Cloud sync is completely optional and requires you to create an account. We use Firebase for authentication and data storage, and Google Analytics to improve the app.
You can export your data at any time, delete your account, or use the app entirely offline without ever creating an account.