Peacemakers

Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

Last Updated: August 2025

PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, join groups, send messages, or contact us. This may include:

Personal information (name, email address, phone number)
Profile information and preferences
Messages, prayers, and content you share
Usage data and device information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our services
Facilitate communication within Christian communities
Send you spiritual content and notifications
Ensure safety and prevent misuse
Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With other users as part of normal app functionality (group messages, profiles)
With service providers who assist us in operating the app
When required by law or to protect rights and safety
With your explicit consent

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access and update your personal information
Delete your account and associated data
Opt out of certain communications
Request data portability

6. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

9. Changes to 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 on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

TERMS OF SERVICE

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Peacemakers, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. This is a Christian community app designed to foster faith, fellowship, and spiritual growth.

2. Description of Service

Peacemakers is a mobile application that provides a platform for Christian fellowship, including but not limited to:

Group messaging and communication
Prayer sharing and support
Bible study resources
Community events and activities
Spiritual growth tools

3. User Conduct

As a Christian community, we expect all users to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects Christian values. You agree not to:

Use language or share content that is profane, hateful, or inappropriate
Harass, bully, or harm other users
Share false information or engage in deceptive practices
Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Use the service for commercial purposes without permission

4. Content Ownership

You retain ownership of content you create and share through the app. However, by sharing content, you grant us a license to use, display, and distribute that content within the app for the purpose of providing our services.

5. Intellectual Property

The Peacemakers app, including its design, text, graphics, and other content, is owned by Peacemakers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at any time for violation of these terms or for any other reason we deem necessary to protect our community.

7. Disclaimers

While we strive to provide accurate spiritual content and facilitate meaningful Christian fellowship, the app is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We are not responsible for the actions or content of individual users.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Peacemakers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the app.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes through the app or via email. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

10. Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, United States of America. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Maryland.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: chris@peacemakers.online
Address: 5000 Olney Laytonsville Rd, Olney, MD 20832
Phone: Available upon request