1. Introduction
At Bronn Software, we are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the Life Group Dashboard app ("the App").
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information we collect
When you use the Life Group Dashboard app, we may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal information
- User profile data — name, email address, role (e.g. pastor, life group leader), and other related profile information you provide when registering or logging into the app.
- Group member information — attendance records, spiritual health assessments, and other data that leaders report about their life group members.
b. Non-personal information
- Usage data — information about how the app is accessed and used, such as the date and time of usage, app features used, and interactions within the app.
3. How we use your information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain the App — ensuring that users can log in, report life group activities, and view relevant data.
- To improve user experience — enhancing app functionality and user experience by analysing app usage patterns.
- To communicate with you — sending notifications and updates related to life group reports, app updates, and church-related announcements.
- To protect security — maintaining the security of user accounts and ensuring compliance with our terms and policies.
4. How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information, and we do not share it with third parties. Information is shared only in the following cases:
- With church leadership — life group attendance and spiritual health reports will be shared with pastors and church leadership for oversight and decision-making purposes.
- Legal requirements — we may disclose your information if required to do so by law, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users and the public.
5. Data security
We prioritise the security of your personal information. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect against unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure of your data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
7. Your rights
As a user, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and correction — you have the right to request access to your personal information and to correct any inaccuracies.
- Deletion — you may request that we delete your personal data, provided that it is no longer needed for legal or operational purposes.
- Opt-out — you can choose to opt out of receiving non-essential communications from us at any time.
8. Third-party links and services
The Life Group Dashboard app may contain links to external websites or services. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites or services you interact with.
9. Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date at the top will be updated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.
10. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Bronn Software
South Africa
admin@bronnsoftware.co.za