Effective Date: December 22, 2025
Introduction
PrayerMap ("we," "our," or "us") is a non-profit ministry platform that enables users to share prayer requests and support one another through a location-based map interface. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").
By using PrayerMap, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
1. Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address — Used for account authentication and optional notifications
- Display name (optional) — Shown to other users unless you choose to post anonymously
- Profile photo (optional) — Displayed on your profile and with your prayers
If you sign in with Apple, we receive your Apple ID email (or a private relay email if you choose "Hide My Email").
2. Location Data
PrayerMap is a location-based service. We collect:
- Precise location — To place your prayers on the map and show prayers near you
- Location is required — The core experience of PrayerMap depends on knowing where prayers are located
You can choose whether to share your exact location or an approximate area when posting prayers.
3. User-Generated Content
When you use PrayerMap, we collect the content you create:
- Prayer requests — Text, audio recordings, or video recordings you submit
- Prayer responses — Your responses to others' prayer requests
- Messages — Private conversations with other users
- Reactions — Your "Amen" reactions and saved prayers
3.1 Anonymous Posting
When you post a prayer anonymously:
- Your identity is hidden from other users — Other PrayerMap users will see your prayer marked as "Anonymous"
- Your identity is visible to PrayerMap administrators — For safety, legal compliance, and content moderation purposes, our administrators can view the real identity behind anonymous posts
- Your location is still displayed — The general location of your prayer remains visible on the map
This "pseudo-anonymous" system protects your privacy from other users while allowing us to maintain a safe community and comply with legal requirements.
4. Device Information
We automatically collect device identifiers (for push notifications), device type and OS version, and app version.
5. Usage Data
We collect information about app interactions, crash reports, and performance data.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide the Service — Display prayers on the map, enable prayer responses and messaging
- Personalize your experience — Show nearby prayers based on your location
- Send notifications — Alert you to new prayer responses, messages, and nearby prayers (with your permission)
- Moderate content — Screen prayers and messages for inappropriate content
- Improve the Service — Analyze usage patterns to enhance features
We do NOT sell your personal information, use your data for targeted advertising, or monetize your prayer content in any way.
Information Sharing
Service Providers
We share information with third-party services that help us operate PrayerMap:
| Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Supabase | Database, authentication, storage |
| Mapbox | Map display and location services |
| Apple | Sign in with Apple authentication |
| Amazon Web Services | Media storage and delivery |
| Vercel | Website hosting |
Data Retention
- Account data — Retained while your account is active
- Prayers and responses — Retained for 1 year after creation
- Messages — Retained until you delete them
- Usage analytics — Aggregated and anonymized after 90 days
Your Rights
- Access — Request a copy of your data at privacy@prayermap.net
- Correction — Update your profile in the app
- Deletion — Delete your account via Profile > Settings > Delete Account
- Notifications — Manage preferences in device settings
Content Moderation
User Reporting
PrayerMap allows users to report content that violates our community guidelines. When you submit a report:
- Your identity as the reporter is kept confidential from the reported user
- Our moderation team reviews all reports
- Reports of self-harm concerns include access to crisis resources (988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
Content Review
We may review user-generated content to:
- Respond to user reports
- Enforce our community guidelines
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect the safety of our users
Data Security
We implement encryption in transit (TLS/HTTPS), encryption at rest, row-level security, and regular security audits.
Children's Privacy
PrayerMap is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@prayermap.net
Website: https://prayermap.net