Who we are

Scriptural Forum (“we”, “our”, “us”) provides a Q&A platform for asking and answering scriptural questions. This policy explains how we handle personal information when you use our websites, apps, and services.

Data we collect

• Account data (name, email, password hash).
• Profile data (avatar, bio, preferences).
• Content data (questions, answers, comments, messages).
• Technical data (IP, device, browser, approximate location).
• Usage analytics (pages viewed, actions, timestamps).
• Payment & billing data (if you purchase services).

How we use your data

• To provide and secure your account and the platform.
• To personalise features and improve the service.
• To moderate content and protect users.
• To communicate with you (service messages and, with consent, updates).
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce terms.

Cookies & similar tech

We use essential cookies for sign-in and security, and optional analytics to understand usage. You can control cookies in your browser. See our Cookies section and the banner at the bottom of the site.

Our lawful bases

We process data under one or more of: performance of a contract, legitimate interests (e.g., platform safety and analytics), consent (where required), and legal obligation.

Sharing & processors

We may share data with service providers (hosting, analytics, payments, email) who process it on our behalf under appropriate safeguards. We do not sell your personal data.

Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes above or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account; some records may be retained for compliance and fraud prevention.

Security

We use technical and organisational measures to protect data. However, no system is completely secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your rights

• Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection.
• Withdraw consent where processing relies on consent.
• Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

Contact

Questions about this policy? Contact us at support@scripturalforum.com.