Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 14, 2025
OpenBible.ai ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website openbible.ai (the "Site"). Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: We do not collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or contact details unless voluntarily provided (e.g., via contact forms). If you submit queries or use voice input, we do not store your inputs on our servers.
- Usage Data: Automatically collected information includes IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and pages viewed. This is gathered via cookies and similar technologies for analytics purposes.
- Query Data: Biblical questions or searches you enter are processed temporarily to generate responses using third-party APIs (e.g., xAI Grok and Scripture API). We do not store or log your queries.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and improve the Site's functionality, such as generating AI-powered Bible responses.
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience (via Google Analytics, if enabled).
- Respond to inquiries if you contact us.
- Comply with legal obligations.
3. Third-Party Services
Your queries are sent to:
- xAI Grok API: For AI responses. See xAI's privacy policy at x.ai/privacy.
- Scripture API: For Bible verses. See their privacy policy at scripture.api.bible/privacy.
- Google Analytics: For site usage stats (placeholder in code; if active, see Google's privacy policy).
We do not control these third parties' privacy practices.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies for essential functionality and analytics. You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site features.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your information. We may share data:
- With service providers (e.g., hosting via Vercel or HostGator).
- To comply with laws or protect rights.
- In case of business transfers (e.g., merger).
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures, but no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children's Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your data. Contact us for requests.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Changes will be posted here with a new effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, contact us.