FCS Nigeria (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and disclosed when you use the FCS Nigeria Mobile App (the “App”).
By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide to Us
We may collect the following information when you create an account or interact with the app:
- Name (First & Last)
- Email Address
- Phone Number (optional)
- Gender (optional)
- State/Location
- Fellowship or Alumni Information (if you join Alumni groups)
- Prayer Requests (if submitted)
- Donations and Giving Information (amounts, purpose, reference)
- Uploaded media (if applicable)
- Messages or support requests
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you use the app, we may automatically collect:
- Device information (model, OS version)
- App usage statistics
- Crash logs
- IP address
- Location (approximate) – Only if you grant permission
- Notification tokens for sending push notifications
C. Payment Information
If you make a donation:
- Payments are processed securely via Paystack.
- We do not store card details.
- We only store donation history for accountability.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the App
- Manage user accounts and authentication
- Send devotionals, notifications, ministry updates, and announcements
- Enable participation in Alumni networks and community features
- Process donations securely and provide receipts
- Improve hymn & resource recommendations
- Respond to messages, feedback, and prayer requests
- Monitor usage for analytics and performance improvement
- Ensure security, fraud prevention, and compliance with Nigeria Data Protection Laws
4. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encrypted data storage
- Secure HTTPS communication
- Regular app and server security audits
- Role-based access control for admins
However, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage users to protect their accounts.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as:
- You maintain an account, or
- It is needed to provide app services, or
- Legally required for records (e.g., donation receipts)
You may request account deletion at any time.
6. Your Rights & Choices
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt-out of notifications
- Withdraw consent for optional data
For requests, email: info@fcsnigeria.org
7. Third-Party Services and Links
The app may contain links to external websites or services.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
8. Children’s Privacy
The App is safe for teenagers and young adults.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices.
We will notify users of significant updates via:
- In-app notifications
- Updated “Last Updated” date
10. Contact Us
For questions or support regarding this Privacy Policy, contact: