Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Buddhaword ("we," "our," or "us"), a Dharma learning app dedicated to sharing the words and teachings of Buddha. This Privacy Policy explains what information we handle when you use our website and mobile experience (the "Service").

Buddhaword provides access to Buddhist teachings and related educational content. We designed the app to respect your privacy: we do not require you to create an account and we do not collect personal data for tracking or advertising.

2. Summary: No Data Collected

We do not collect, sell, or share personal data. The app does not use analytics, advertising SDKs, or third-party trackers.

Preferences you set in the app (for example: theme, font size, favorites, and basic navigation history) are stored locally on your device via localStorage or offline cache. These preferences never leave your device unless you choose to share them.

3. Limited Technical Data

Our hosting providers may receive standard technical logs (such as IP address and basic request metadata) necessary to deliver the Service securely. We do not use this information to track or profile users.

4. How We Use Information

Device-local preferences are used solely to provide core features (e.g., theme, font size, favorites). We do not use this information for advertising or tracking.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data. We may disclose limited technical information only when necessary to comply with law, ensure security, or operate the Service with trusted infrastructure providers.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect data in transit and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We do not store personal data on our servers. Preferences saved on your device remain there until you delete the app data or clear your browser storage.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access, correction, or deletion of personal information
• Restriction or objection to processing
• Data portability
• Withdrawal of consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at souliyappsdev@gmail.com.

9. Sacred Content and Buddhist Teachings

Buddhaword is committed to preserving and sharing authentic Buddhist teachings with respect and accuracy.

Your interactions with content (e.g., favorites) are stored only on your device to personalize your experience locally.

10. Third-Party Services

We host media using trusted providers (e.g., Firebase Storage) to deliver content efficiently. We do not send personal data to these providers. If the Service links to other sites, their privacy practices apply; please review their policies.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Data may be processed in countries other than your own to deliver the Service. We ensure appropriate safeguards where applicable.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post updates here and revise the "Last updated" date above.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions, please contact us: