- Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how the Temple (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, stores, and
protects your information when you use our mobile application (“App”). By using the App, you
agree to the practices described in this policy. - Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information
Name
Email address
Phone number
Login credentials (email/phone-based authentication)
Donation history
Volunteer registration details
B. Device & Technical Information
Collected automatically through Firebase and similar services:
Device type and operating system
IP address
App usage statistics
Crash reports
Interaction logs
C. Location Information
If you enable location services, we may collect approximate or precise location data to provide:
Interactive temple directions
Relevant event updates
D. Notification Data
If you enable notifications, we may collect:
Device notification token
Preferences for event alerts, quotes, and announcements - How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Provide and improve App functionality
Deliver temple updates, event reminders, and devotional content
Process donations and generate receipts
Manage user accounts and volunteer registrations
Enhance security and prevent misuse
Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
We do not sell or rent your personal information. - Use of Google Firebase Services
Our App uses Google Firebase for:
Cloud storage
Authentication
Analytics
Crash reporting
Push notifications (Firebase Cloud Messaging)
Firebase may automatically collect device and usage data. Firebase’s data handling follows
Google’s privacy and security standards. - Donations & Payment Processing
When you make a donation:
Payment information is processed by thirdparty payment gateways (e.g., Stripe,
Razorpay, PayPal).
We do not store full credit card or banking details.
We may store transaction IDs, donation amounts, and receipt details for recordkeeping. - Sharing of Information
We may share limited information only in the following cases:
With service providers (e.g., Firebase, payment gateways) to operate the App
With temple administration for donation records or volunteer coordination
When required by law, such as responding to legal requests or protecting temple rights
We do not share information for marketing or advertising purposes. - Data Security
We use industrystandard security measures to protect your information, including:
Encrypted communication
Secure authentication
Restricted administrative access
Regular monitoring through Firebase security tools
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection. - Your Choices & Controls
You may:
Disable notifications through device settings
Disable location access at any time
Request deletion of your account
Request correction of your personal information
Opt out of email or SMS communication - Children’s Privacy
The App is intended for users aged 18 and above. Children under 18 may use the App only with
parental or guardian supervision. - Links to External Services
The App may contain links to:
Temple website
Social media pages
Thirdparty payment gateways
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites or services. - Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the App after changes
indicates acceptance of the updated policy. - Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact the Temple administration.