Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Coza Connect. The Commonwealth of Zion Assembly ("COZA," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us:

• • Name and contact information (email, phone number)
• • Account credentials (username, password)
• • Profile information (photo, location, church branch)
• • Payment information for donations (processed securely)
• • Communication preferences and notification settings

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the App:

• • Device information (type, operating system, unique identifiers)
• • Log information (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
• • App usage data (features used, time spent in app)
• • Location information (with your permission)

2.3 Buddy and Accountability Information

Information related to your spiritual accountability and buddy relationships, including reports, check-ins, and communications with your assigned buddy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• • Process donations and financial transactions
• • Facilitate buddy relationships and accountability
• • Send notifications, updates, and spiritual content
• • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• • Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Within COZA

Your information may be shared with church leaders, administrators, and your assigned buddy to facilitate spiritual growth and accountability.

4.2 Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, data hosting, and analytics. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of COZA, our users, or others.

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• • Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Push Notifications

We may send you push notifications with spiritual content, reminders, and updates. You can control these notifications through your device settings or within the App. Disabling notifications may affect certain features of the App.

9. Children's Privacy

The App 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 immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. We take steps to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection wherever it is processed.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material 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 for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

13. Your Consent

By using Coza Connect, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the App.