Privacy Policy – LCH-Rising
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Privacy Policy
Love Compassion Hope Rising (LCH-Rising)
Last updated: October 4, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains what information the LCH-Rising app collects, how we use it, and the choices you have. The app offers support resources and self-help tools; it is not a substitute for professional care. If you are in crisis, call or text your local emergency number (U.S.: 988).
Information We Collect
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account information | Name, email/username you provide | Create and maintain your account; communicate with you |
| Content you save | Journal entries, affirmations, preferences | Show your saved content and personalize your experience |
| Device & usage data | App interactions, approx. region, device/OS, crash/diagnostic logs | Improve performance, fix bugs, and secure the service |
We do not sell personal data.
How We Use Data
- Provide and personalize app features (e.g., journaling, breathing tools)
- Operate, maintain, and secure our services
- Respond to requests and support inquiries
- Analyze aggregate usage to improve content and usability
Sharing
We may share information with service providers (hosting, analytics, crash reporting) under contracts that restrict use to our instructions. We may also share if required by law or to protect safety.
Retention
We retain personal data only as long as needed to provide the service and for legitimate purposes such as security and compliance. User-generated content is kept until you delete it or request account deletion. Diagnostic logs are typically kept by providers briefly (often up to 90 days) and then purged.
Your Choices & Rights
- Access/update/delete content you saved where features allow
- Request deletion of your account: Delete My Account
- Request deletion of specific data: Delete My Data
Children
The app is intended for individuals aged 13 and older. If we learn we have information from a child under 13, we delete it.
Contact
Email: LoriCaputo-Hartford@LoveCompassionHope.com
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