Sheepfold

A comprehensive iOS group management solution designed for faith-based organizations. Sheepfold streamlines communication and organization through innovative features and intuitive design.

Sheepfold Project

Communication Features

  • Group messaging and announcements
  • Event coordination and RSVPs
  • Private and group chat channels
  • Media sharing capabilities

Group Management

  • Hierarchical group structures
  • Role-based access control
  • Member profiles and directories
  • Attendance tracking

Advanced Tagging

  • Custom tag creation and management
  • Multi-level tag hierarchies
  • Automated tag assignments
  • Tag-based notifications

Smart Filtering

  • Advanced search capabilities
  • Multi-criteria filtering
  • Saved filter presets
  • Dynamic group generation

Faith-Based Organization Tools

Sheepfold is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of faith-based organizations, offering features that support community building, ministry management, and spiritual growth:

  • Small group and ministry team coordination
  • Event planning and volunteer management
  • Resource sharing and distribution
  • Prayer request management and tracking
  • Customizable notification preferences
  • Integration with common calendar systems

Project Status

Originally developed as a partner project, Sheepfold has been acquired and enhanced through our young entrepreneur and partner program. We continue to evolve and improve the platform based on user feedback and emerging needs in faith-based community management.

Terms of Use

Last Updated: January 2024

Welcome to Sheepfold. Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using the Sheepfold iOS application ("the App"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using Sheepfold, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the App.

2. Use of the App

Sheepfold grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms.

You agree to:

  • Use the App in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Maintain the confidentiality of any member information you store in the App
  • Use the App only for its intended purpose of member management
  • Not modify, distribute, or create derivative works of the App

3. User Responsibilities

As a user of Sheepfold, you are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of member information
  • Obtaining necessary permissions before storing anyone's personal information
  • Ensuring the accuracy of information you enter into the App
  • Managing your notification settings appropriately
  • Backing up your data as needed

4. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy. You agree to:

  • Only store information for which you have proper authorization
  • Handle all stored information in accordance with applicable privacy laws
  • Protect access to your device to prevent unauthorized access to member information

5. Intellectual Property

The App, including all content, features, and functionality, is owned by Zygur Technologies Corp. and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the App
  • Attempt to decompile or reverse engineer the App
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices from the App

6. Limitations of Liability

The App is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that:

  • The App will always be available or error-free
  • Notifications will always be delivered on time
  • Data will never be lost or corrupted

We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the App.

7. Data Backup

While we provide backup functionality through iCloud, you are responsible for:

  • Maintaining your own backups of important information
  • Ensuring your iCloud settings are properly configured if using cloud backup
  • Verifying the success of any backup operations

8. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the App at any time, without notice, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms.

9. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us using the contact form on this page.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2024

At Sheepfold, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our iOS application.

Information We Collect

Sheepfold collects the following types of information:

  • Member Information: Names, contact details, and status information for congregation members you add to the app
  • Tags and Notes: Custom tags and notes you create to organize member information
  • Notification Preferences: Your preferences for birthday and status reminder notifications
  • Device Information: Basic device information required for app functionality and notifications

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To provide member management functionality within the app
  • To send notifications based on your preferences
  • To improve the app's functionality and user experience
  • To provide technical support when needed

Data Storage and Security

Sheepfold prioritizes the security of your data:

  • All member data is stored locally on your device by default
  • Optional cloud backup is available through iCloud using Apple's secure infrastructure
  • We use industry-standard security measures to protect any data transmitted through the app
  • We never sell or share your data with third parties

Notifications

Sheepfold sends local notifications for:

  • Birthday reminders for members
  • Status check-in reminders based on your preferences

You can modify or disable notifications at any time through the app settings

Contact Information Access

When you choose to import contacts:

  • We request access to your device's contacts only when you initiate an import
  • Contact information is only stored locally within the app
  • You can revoke contact access at any time through your device settings

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access all your data stored in the app
  • Export your data in a readable format
  • Delete all your data from the app
  • Modify notification preferences at any time

Children's Privacy

Sheepfold is not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the contact form on this page.

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Sheepfold Support

Need help with Sheepfold? Our support team is here to assist you with any questions or issues you may encounter. Fill out the form below or contact us for technical support, feature requests, or general inquiries about the platform.