Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible

Last Updated: August 15, 2026

Thank you for using Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and shared when you use our mobile application.

By using Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We May Collect

Depending on how you use the app and the services integrated into it, the following types of information may be collected.

Information You Provide

Some features of the app may allow you to voluntarily provide information, such as:

Notes and bookmarks
Prayer requests or other content you choose to submit
Feedback or messages sent to us
Information included in emails you send to our support team

We only receive information that you voluntarily provide to us through these features or through direct communication.

Automatically Collected Information

When you use the app, certain technical information may be collected automatically by third-party services or advertising partners. This may include:

Device type and operating system
App version
Device identifiers
IP address
Approximate location derived from IP address
App interaction and diagnostic information
Advertising identifiers
Information related to ad performance and fraud prevention

The exact information collected may depend on your device settings, permissions, location, and the third-party services used by the app.

2. Advertising

Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible uses Google AdMob to display advertisements.

Google AdMob and its partners may collect and use certain information to provide, personalize, measure, and improve advertising, subject to applicable laws and user choices.

Advertising may use information such as:

Advertising ID or other device identifiers
IP address
Approximate location
Device and app information
Ad interaction information

Depending on your location, device settings, and applicable privacy requirements, you may be shown personalized or non-personalized advertisements.

You can learn more about how Google uses information from apps and services through Google's privacy resources and policies.

3. How Information Is Used

Information collected through the app may be used to:

Provide and maintain the app
Improve app functionality and user experience
Save and manage features such as bookmarks or notes where applicable
Respond to user questions and support requests
Display and measure advertisements
Detect fraud, abuse, security issues, or technical problems
Analyze app performance and stability
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information for our own direct marketing purposes.

4. Third-Party Services

The app may use third-party services that collect information according to their own privacy policies.

Google AdMob

Google AdMob is used to display advertisements within the app. Google and its partners may process certain information as described in their applicable privacy policies.

Users are encouraged to review Google's Privacy Policy and information regarding how Google uses data from apps and services.

Other third-party services may also be used for functions such as app performance, security, notifications, analytics, or other features. The information collected by these services is governed by their respective privacy policies.

5. Bible Content, Notes, Bookmarks, and User Content

Depending on the features available in the version of the app you use, the app may allow you to create or save content such as:

Bookmarks
Highlights
Notes
Prayer-related content
Reading preferences

Where such information is stored locally on your device, it may be deleted if you uninstall the app or clear the app's data.

If a feature sends information to an external service or server, the applicable data handling practices for that feature will apply. We recommend that you avoid submitting sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for the feature you choose to use.

6. Permissions

The app may request certain permissions when necessary to provide specific functionality.

For example, permissions may be used for:

Sending notifications and daily Bible verse reminders
Downloading or accessing audio or other Bible content
Sharing Bible verses or other content
Accessing device features required for specific app functionality

You can manage many permissions through your device settings.

We aim to request permissions only when they are relevant to app functionality.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to help protect information handled through the app. However, no method of electronic storage, transmission, or processing is completely secure.

Users should also take appropriate steps to protect their devices and personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible is intended for a general audience and is not specifically directed toward children under the age at which parental consent is required under applicable law.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable laws.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate consent, please contact us at:

risingstaritservices@gmail.com

We will review the request and take appropriate action where required.

9. Your Privacy Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information.

These may include the ability to:

Control certain advertising preferences through your device settings
Reset or limit the use of your advertising identifier where supported
Manage app permissions
Contact us regarding questions about information we may hold through direct communication

You may also manage certain privacy and advertising settings through your Google account or Android device settings.

10. Third-Party Links

The app may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites or services. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access.

11. International Users

Your information may be processed in countries other than the country where you live, depending on the services and infrastructure used by the app and its third-party providers.

By using the app, you understand that information may be processed in accordance with applicable laws and the privacy practices described in this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the app, our practices, legal requirements, or third-party services.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Last Updated date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible, please contact us:

App Name: Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible
Email: risingstaritservices@gmail.com

By using Venda Bible | Tshivenda Bible, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.