Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

Overview

Charis ("we", "our", or "the app") is a daily gratitude journaling app. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your data.

Information We Collect

When you use Charis, we collect:

• Account information: Email address (if you sign up with email), or authentication tokens from Google/Apple Sign-In
• Display name: A first name or pseudonym you choose, visible to other users
• Gratitude entries: The text you write for your daily gratitudes
• Usage data: Streak counts, entry dates, and app preferences

How We Use Your Information

• To provide the gratitude journaling service
• To display your entries (with display name only) in the public feed
• To track your streak and send optional reminder notifications
• To moderate content and maintain a positive community

Public Feed

When you submit your gratitude entries, they may appear in the public feed visible to other Charis users. Entries are shown with your display name only — no email, profile picture, or other identifying information is shared.

Entries that don't pass our content moderation are kept private and won't appear in the feed.

Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using Supabase, which provides encrypted database storage and secure authentication. Data is stored on servers located in the United States.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Supabase: Database and authentication
• OpenAI: Content moderation
• Expo: Push notifications
• Resend: Transactional emails
• Apple/Google: Sign-in services (if you use them)

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from the app's settings.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Delete your account and all data
• Opt out of the public feed (entries saved but not shared)

For EU Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data, and the right to data portability. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

For California Users (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used, request deletion of your data, and opt out of the sale of your personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].

Children's Privacy

Charis is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes through the app or by email.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us at [email protected]