Privacy Policy

1. Data Collection

Cross Pause collects the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

• Account Information — Email address, name, and authentication provider (Apple, Google, or email)
• Usage Analytics — App interactions, feature usage, and session duration (anonymized)
• Crash Logs — Diagnostic data collected via Apple's or Google's diagnostic tools
• Device Information — Device type, operating system version, and app version
• Screen Time Data — App usage data accessed through the user's device Screen Time API (stored locally)

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as financial data, health records, or precise location data.

2. Data Usage

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining app functionality
• Managing user accounts and subscriptions
• Improving app performance and user experience
• Diagnosing and fixing bugs
• Analyzing usage patterns to develop new features
• Sending important service updates and notifications

All analytics data is anonymized and cannot be traced back to individual users.

3. Third-Party Services

Cross Pause integrates with the following third-party services:

• Apple App Store / Google Play Store — Payment processing and subscription management
• Apple Sign-In / Google Sign-In — Authentication services
• Analytics Providers — Usage analytics and app performance monitoring
• Cloud Storage — Secure storage of user data and backups

These third parties are bound by their own privacy policies and are required to protect user data.

4. AI-Generated Content

Cross Pause may use artificial intelligence to generate personalized prayers or spiritual content. Any input users provide for AI generation is processed in real-time and is not permanently stored or used for training AI models.

5. Data Storage and Security

User Screen Time data is stored locally on the user's device and is never transmitted to our servers. Account information and user preferences are stored securely on encrypted cloud servers with industry-standard security measures including:

• Encryption in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data backup and recovery

6. Privacy Controls and User Rights

Users have the following rights regarding their data:

• Access — Request a copy of their personal data
• Correction — Update or correct their information
• Deletion — Request deletion of their account and associated data
• Opt-Out — Disable analytics tracking in app settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@crosspause.com

7. Children's Privacy

Cross Pause is rated 4+ and may be used by children under 13 with parental supervision. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verified parental consent. Parents can request deletion of their child's data at any time by contacting us.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be indicated by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. Significant changes will be communicated through the app or via email. Continued use of the app after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Information

If users have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: hello@crosspause.com