Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 25, 2024

Privacy Commitment

Selah is built with privacy as a core value. The app does not track you, does not collect personal data, and does not require an account. All information remains on your device and is never shared or transmitted. The app only reaches out to external services to retrieve Scripture and prayer content—no personal data is ever sent.

1. Introduction

Selah is a mobile application for iOS developed by Andrea Espinoza that helps you pause for spiritual reflection—reading Scripture, praying, or meditating—before accessing selected apps.

2. Information Selah Does Not Collect

Selah does not collect, store, transmit, or sell:

The app does not use third-party analytics of any kind.

3. Information Stored Locally on Your Device

The following information is stored only on your device and never leaves the iOS sandbox:

3.1 User Preferences

3.2 User-Created Content

3.3 Usage Statistics

3.4 Screen Time Settings

Managed through Apple's FamilyControls framework. Selah cannot see which apps you open or how long you spend in them; it only knows which apps you manually selected for blocking.

All data is stored securely on your device and may be included in iCloud/iTunes backups based on your device settings.

4. Third-Party Services

Selah reaches out to trusted third-party services only to retrieve Scripture and prayer content. The app does not send any personal data to these services.

4.1 Bible APIs

Services used:

Purpose: Retrieve Bible verses by reference and translation.

Data sent: Only the verse reference (e.g., "John 3:16") and translation code.

Data received: Verse text.

No personal information is transmitted.

4.2 Joshua Project API

Selah uses publicly available information provided through the Joshua Project API to display daily unreached people group data.

Data sent: Developer API key (not linked to the user).

Data received: People group name, region, language, population, and prayer points.

Caching: Data is stored until 2:00 AM CST to minimize requests.

These services may log your device's IP address, which is standard for all web requests.

5. Permissions Required

5.1 Screen Time Access (FamilyControls)

Used to block apps you select.

This permission cannot read your app activity, usage time, or browsing history.

No other permissions are requested.

6. Data Security

7. Children's Privacy

Selah collects no personal information, making it safe for all ages. All content is appropriate for children.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. Updates will be reflected by the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the app indicates acceptance of any changes.

9. Your Rights

Since Selah stores no personal data on external servers:

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or Selah's privacy practices, please visit the Selah Support page.

Developer: Andrea Espinoza

11. Consent

By downloading, installing, or using Selah, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Summary

Selah does not track you, collect personal information, or store any data outside your device. All processing occurs locally. The app only reaches out to external services to retrieve Bible and prayer content—no personal data is ever sent.