Pentbooks Community Bible

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 29, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to the Pentbooks Community Bible. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our application.

Information We Collect

Data Stored Locally

  • Reading Preferences: Your selected themes, font sizes, and display settings
  • Bookmarks: Verses and passages you bookmark for later reference
  • Search History: Your recent Bible search queries
  • Reading Progress: Current chapter and verse positions
  • App Settings: Column mode preferences and other customizations

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our app. This service may collect:

  • Device and browser information
  • Usage patterns and page views
  • Geographic location (country/region level)
  • Anonymized user behavior data

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using browser extensions or adjusting your browser settings.

Google AdSense

We may display advertisements through Google AdSense. This service:

  • Uses cookies to serve relevant ads
  • May collect browsing behavior across sites
  • Allows you to manage ad preferences through Google’s Ad Settings
  • Complies with Google’s advertising policies

You can control ad personalization through your Google account or browser ad blockers.

Firebase Authentication

For users who choose to create accounts, we use Firebase Authentication which may collect:

  • Email address (if provided)
  • Authentication tokens
  • Login timestamps
  • Third-party authentication data (Google, Facebook, etc. if used)

Account creation is optional and enhances features like cloud sync of bookmarks and settings.

Data We Do NOT Collect Directly

  • Personal conversations or notes (beyond bookmarks)
  • Financial information
  • Precise location data
  • Contact lists or phone numbers
  • Device storage access beyond app data

How We Use Your Information

Local Data Usage

Data stored locally on your device is used for:

  • Local Storage: User preferences and settings
  • IndexedDB: Offline Bible content and bookmarks
  • Service Worker Cache: Offline functionality

Third-Party Service Usage

  • Google Analytics: Improving app performance and user experience
  • Google AdSense: Displaying relevant advertisements to support the app
  • Firebase: User authentication and optional cloud synchronization

Data Sharing

First-Party Data

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect data:

  • Google Analytics: Anonymized usage data for analytics purposes
  • Google AdSense: Advertising data as per Google’s privacy policy
  • Firebase: Authentication data for account services (optional)

These services are governed by their respective privacy policies:

Data Security

Your data is protected by:

  • Browser security protocols
  • Local-only storage (no server transmission)
  • Secure HTTPS connections when accessing the app

Data Control

Local Data Control

Export Your Data

You can export your bookmarks and settings using the bookmark export feature in the app.

Delete Local Data

To remove local app data:

  1. Clear your browser data for this site
  2. Use browser developer tools to clear Local Storage and IndexedDB
  3. Uninstall the PWA if installed

Account Data Control (Firebase Users)

Access Your Account Data

If you have created an account, you can view your account information in the app settings.

Delete Your Account

To delete your Firebase account and associated data:

  1. Use the account deletion option in app settings
  2. Contact support for manual account deletion
  3. This will remove authentication data and cloud-synced content

Third-Party Data Control

  • Google Analytics: Use Google’s opt-out tools or browser extensions
  • Google Ads: Manage preferences through Google Ad Settings
  • Cookies: Control through browser cookie settings

Cookies and Tracking

Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies for:

  • User authentication (Firebase)
  • App preferences and settings
  • Offline functionality

Analytics and Advertising Cookies

Third-party services may use cookies for:

  • Google Analytics tracking
  • AdSense ad personalization
  • Cross-site advertising

You can control these through browser settings or opt-out tools.

Offline Functionality

This app works offline by storing Bible content locally. Authentication features require internet connectivity but reading functionality remains available offline.

Updates to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Significant changes will be communicated through the app. Changes will be reflected with a new “Last updated” date.

Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy, data practices, or to exercise your data rights, please contact us through the app’s help documentation or official support channels.

Children’s Privacy

This app does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Parents should supervise children’s use of the app and authentication features.

International Users

This app is designed to comply with international privacy regulations including:

  • GDPR (EU): Rights to access, rectify, and delete personal data
  • CCPA (California): Rights to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales
  • Other Regional Laws: We respect data protection principles globally

If you are an EU resident, you have additional rights under GDPR. Contact us to exercise these rights.

This app balances spiritual privacy with modern functionality – your reading remains personal while optional features enhance your Bible study experience.

Data Retention

  • Local Data: Stored until manually deleted or browser data cleared
  • Firebase Accounts: Retained until account deletion
  • Analytics Data: Subject to Google Analytics retention policies
  • Advertising Data: Subject to Google AdSense policies