Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 1, 2026 · Apostle Living Inc.
Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what information Wayfinder collects, how we use it, and the choices you have. We will never sell your personal data.
1. Who We Are
Wayfinder – Church is operated by Apostle Living Inc. The app helps people find Christian churches and helps churches connect with their communities. If you have questions about this policy, contact us at the address listed at the bottom of this page.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you use Wayfinder:
Account Information
- Name and email address when you create an account
- Profile photo if you choose to upload one
- Password (stored in encrypted form — we never see it in plain text)
Location Data
- Your approximate location when you search for churches near you
- We request this only when the app is in use; we do not track your location in the background
Content You Create
- Journal entries and personal notes you write in the app
- Church reviews and ratings you submit
- Photos you upload to reviews or your profile
- Church check-in history
Usage Data
- Churches you view or save
- App features you use and how often
- Device type, operating system version, and app version
- Crash reports and error logs (used to fix bugs)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve the Wayfinder app and its features
- Show you churches near your location
- Save your personal journal entries and preferences
- Display your reviews and check-ins to other users (if you make them public)
- Send you important notices about your account or the app
- Diagnose and fix technical issues
- Understand how the app is used so we can improve it
We do not use your information to show you third-party ads.
4. Information We Share
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in these limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We use trusted third-party services to operate the app:
- Google Firebase — database, authentication, cloud storage, and crash analytics
- Google Maps — displaying church locations and directions
- Apple App Store — app distribution and payment processing
- Shopify — payment processing for church verification plans
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of our users or the public.
Business Transfers
If Apostle Living Inc. is acquired or merges with another company, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before any such transfer occurs.
5. Your Privacy Choices
You have meaningful control over your information:
- Access your data — View everything in your Wayfinder account at any time from within the app
- Edit or delete content — Update or delete your journal entries, reviews, and profile information at any time
- Delete your account — Request full account deletion from app settings. We will delete your data within 30 days
- Location access — Revoke location permission at any time in your device settings. The app still works, but search results won’t be distance-based
- Data portability — Request a copy of your data by contacting us below
6. Data Security
We protect your information using industry-standard security practices, including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), secure cloud storage through Firebase, and encrypted password storage.
No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We take every reasonable step to protect your data and will notify you promptly if a breach occurs.
7. Children’s Privacy
Wayfinder is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have, we will delete it promptly. If you believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.
8. Data Retention
We retain your account information and content for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where required by law. Anonymized usage data may be retained indefinitely to improve the app.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through the app or by email before they take effect. The effective date at the top always reflects the last update. Continuing to use Wayfinder after changes take effect means you accept the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out:
Email: ali@apostlelivinginc.com
Company: Apostle Living Inc. — Wayfinder Church
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