Effective Date: 5/6/2026

App Name: DC3 DGroups
Developer: Eddie Beyer

1. Introduction

HEAR Journal (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

This app is designed to help users engage in Bible reading and journaling through the H.E.A.R. method (Highlight, Explain, Apply, Respond).

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Data

We do not require users to create an account, and we do not collect personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, or phone number unless explicitly added in future updates.

b. User-Generated Content

The app may store the following information:

  • Journal entries (H.E.A.R. responses)

  • Scripture passages

  • Notes and reflections

  • Weekly accountability responses

This data is stored locally on your device unless otherwise stated.

c. Usage Data (Optional / Future)

If analytics are added in the future, we may collect:

  • App usage statistics

  • Crash reports

  • Device type and OS version

This data will be anonymized and used only to improve app performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely to:

  • Provide journaling functionality

  • Save your progress in the reading plan

  • Improve app performance and user experience

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security

  • All journal data is stored locally on your device.

  • We do not store your personal data on external servers at this time.

  • You are responsible for maintaining backups of your device.

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Data Sharing

We do not share your data with:

  • Third-party advertisers

  • Marketing platforms

  • External organizations

If future features include sharing (such as group journaling), users will have full control over what is shared.

6. Children’s Privacy

HEAR Journal does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

If we become aware that a child has provided personal information, we will take steps to remove that information.

7. Third-Party Services

The app currently does not use third-party services that collect user data.

If services such as analytics (e.g., Firebase, Apple Analytics) are added in the future, this policy will be updated accordingly.

8. Your Rights

Since data is stored locally:

  • You may delete your data at any time by uninstalling the app.

  • Future updates may include in-app data deletion options.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected by changing the “Effective Date” above.

Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

Email: ebeyer@dc3.tv
Organization: Deep Creek Community Church