Privacy Policy

App Name: Bible in Basic English: BBE

Effective Date: 14 March 2026

Introduction

Rising Star IT Services ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Bible in Basic English: BBE mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use the App. However, if you contact us via email at risingstaritservices@gmail.com, we may collect:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information automatically when you use the App, including:

  • Device information (model, operating system, unique device identifiers)
  • App usage data (features used, time spent, reading history)
  • Technical data (IP address, browser type, language preferences)

1.3 User-Generated Content

The App allows you to create and store content locally on your device, including:

This data is stored locally on your device and is NOT transmitted to our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Maintain the App

  • Deliver Bible content and features
  • Save your preferences (font size, theme, language)
  • Maintain your bookmarks, notes, and highlights locally

2.2 To Improve the App

  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
  • Fix bugs and technical issues
  • Develop new features

2.3 To Communicate with You

  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Send important updates about the App (if you opt-in)

2.4 For Advertising Purposes

  • Display personalized advertisements through Google AdMob
  • Measure ad performance and effectiveness

3. Third-Party Services

3.1 Google AdMob

Our App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use information about your device and app usage to provide personalized ads.

Information collected by AdMob may include:

  • Device identifiers (Advertising ID)
  • IP address
  • Location data (approximate)
  • App interaction data
  • Ad viewing and interaction data

Google AdMob Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

Google AdMob Partners:
https://support.google.com/admob/answer/9012903

3.2 Your Advertising Choices

You can opt-out of personalized advertising by:

  • Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
  • iOS: Go to Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking

To learn more about how Google uses data: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

3.3 Other Third-Party Services

We do not use any other third-party analytics or tracking services.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

All user-generated content (bookmarks, notes, highlights, reading plans) is stored locally on your device. We do not have access to this data, and it is not transmitted to our servers.

4.2 Security Measures

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4.3 Data Retention

  • Local data: Remains on your device until you delete the App or clear app data
  • Contact information: Retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry

5. Children's Privacy

Our App does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. The App is designed to be family-friendly and suitable for all ages.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at risingstaritservices@gmail.com, and we will delete such information.

COPPA Compliance: We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

6. Your Privacy Rights

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

6.1 Access and Correction

You can access and modify your locally stored data (bookmarks, notes, highlights) directly within the App.

6.2 Deletion

You can delete your data by:

  • Removing individual items within the App
  • Clearing app data from your device settings
  • Uninstalling the App

6.3 Opt-Out of Personalized Ads

Follow the instructions in Section 3.2 to opt-out of personalized advertising.

6.4 Contact Us

For any privacy-related requests or concerns, contact us at risingstaritservices@gmail.com.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information, including personal data, may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ.

By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States.

8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

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

9. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
  • Right to Object: Object to data processing
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

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

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR):

  • Consent: For displaying personalized ads
  • Legitimate Interest: For app functionality and improvement

10. Do Not Track (DNT)

We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals because there is no industry standard for compliance. However, you can opt-out of personalized advertising as described in Section 3.2.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Sending a notification through the App (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our App may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.

13. Permissions Required

The App may request the following permissions:

Android Permissions:

  • INTERNET: To load Bible content and display ads
  • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: To check network connectivity
  • WAKE_LOCK: To keep the screen on while reading
  • RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED: For reading reminders
  • VIBRATE: For reminder notifications
  • POST_NOTIFICATIONS: To send reading reminders (Android 13+)

iOS Permissions:

  • App Tracking Transparency: For personalized ads (optional)
  • Notifications: For reading reminders (optional)

All permissions are used solely for App functionality and are not used to collect personal information.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Rising Star IT Services

📧 Email: risingstaritservices@gmail.com

Response Time: We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

15. Consent

By using the Bible in Basic English: BBE App, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.