Privacy Policy for InnerCompass
1. Introduction
Welcome to InnerCompass ("App"), developed by Wise Kids Studios ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our spiritual guidance mobile application.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Account Information: Your email address, name (optional), and password when you create an account
- Profile Information: Your subscription tier, spiritual preferences, and profile settings
- User Content: Your journal entries, dream recordings, meditation sessions, and other content you create within the App
- Support Correspondence: Information you provide when contacting our support team
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use the App:
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: Which features you use, how long you use them, and your interaction with the App
- Technical Information: App version, IP address, and log data for debugging and analytics
2.3 Third-Party Authentication
If you choose to sign in using Google Sign-In, we collect:
- Your email address (from your Google account)
- Your name (from your Google account)
- Your profile picture (optional)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide Services: Deliver spiritual guidance, meditation content, and personalized recommendations
- Process Payments: Handle subscription purchases and manage your account
- Improve Our Services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance the user experience and develop new features
- Communicate With You: Send important account updates, service notifications, and respond to your inquiries
- Ensure Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- Comply With Legal Obligations: Meet legal requirements and respond to law enforcement requests
4. Data Storage and Security
4.1 Storage Location
Your data is securely stored using Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure:
- AWS DynamoDB: User profile data, journal entries, and spiritual content
- AWS Cognito: Authentication and user management
- AWS S3: Static assets and content storage
4.2 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption in Transit: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using TLS/SSL
- Encryption at Rest: Sensitive data is encrypted when stored in our databases
- Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can view your personal information
- Regular Security Audits: We conduct regular security assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities
4.3 Your Responsibilities
Please keep your account credentials confidential. If you suspect unauthorized access to your account, please contact us immediately at wisekidsstudios@gmail.com.
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may access your information:
5.1 Authentication
- Google Sign-In: For optional OAuth authentication. Google's privacy policy governs this integration.
5.2 Infrastructure Services
- Amazon Web Services (AWS): For cloud hosting, database storage, and API services
- RevenueCat: For subscription management and in-app purchase processing
5.3 Analytics
We may use analytics services to understand how users interact with the App. This helps us improve functionality and user experience.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: We will share your information when you explicitly request it
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., AWS, RevenueCat)
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
- Protection of Rights: We may share information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
7.1 Access and Correction
- View your personal data stored in your account
- Update your profile information at any time
- Correct inaccurate information
7.2 Deletion
- Delete specific content or journal entries
- Request deletion of your entire account and associated data
- We will process deletion requests within 30 days
7.3 Account Controls
- Manage your subscription and payment preferences
- Opt out of non-essential communications
- Disconnect third-party authentication (e.g., Google Sign-In)
7.4 Data Portability
- Request a copy of your personal data in a machine-readable format
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at wisekidsstudios@gmail.com.
8. Children's Privacy
InnerCompass is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at wisekidsstudios@gmail.com.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services to you. If you delete your account, we will:
- Immediate Action: Your Cognito authentication credentials are deleted immediately, preventing any new logins
- Within 30 Days: All personal data stored in our databases (DynamoDB) is permanently deleted
- Within 30 Days: All user-uploaded content and associated files (S3 storage) are permanently deleted
- Legal Retention: We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes:
- Financial transaction records (for tax and accounting compliance)
- Data subject to legal holds or ongoing litigation
- Information required for fraud prevention and security compliance
- Anonymized Data: Usage data that has been fully anonymized (cannot be linked to you) may be retained for analytical purposes
11. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
- Right to delete personal information held by us
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, please contact us at wisekidsstudios@gmail.com.
12. European Privacy Rights
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right of access to your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at wisekidsstudios@gmail.com.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this Privacy Policy
- Notify you through the App or via email about significant changes
- Post the updated Privacy Policy on our website
Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
15. Additional Information
15.1 Permissions We Request
The App may request the following permissions:
- Internet: To connect to our servers and provide functionality
- Network State: To check connectivity status
- Wake Lock: To prevent sleep during meditation sessions
- Audio Recording: To record voice journal entries
- Storage: To cache content for offline access
You can revoke these permissions at any time through your device settings.
15.2 Advertising
InnerCompass does not contain third-party advertisements.
15.3 Links to External Sites
The App may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.