PERMISSION NOTICES

Our Standard Use Guidelines allow for the AVB/ESV texts to be quoted in print, and digital formats, up to and inclusive of one thousand (1,000) verses of AVB without express permission of Borneo Sabda Limited, and up to and inclusive of five hundred (500) verses without express written permission of Crossway, provided that the verses quoted do not amount to more than one-half of any one book of the Bible or its equivalent measured in bytes, nor do the verses quoted account for twenty-five percent (25%) or more of the total text of the work in which they are quoted.

Notice of copyright must appear as follows on the title page or copyright page of works quoting from texts from AVB or ESV, or in a corresponding location when the text is quoted in other media:

AVB: “Alkitab Versi Borneo © 2015 Borneo Sabda Limited. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The AVB text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license.  Users may not copy or download more than 1000 verses of the AVB Bible or more than one-half of any book of the AVB Bible."

ESV: “Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language.  Users may not copy or download more than 500 verses of the ESV Bible or more than one-half of any book of the ESV Bible.”  

When more than one translation is quoted in printed works or another media, the foregoing notice of copyright should begin as follows: 

·      “Unless otherwise indicated, all Scriptures are from . . . [etc.]”; or 

·      “Scripture quotations marked [AVB, ESV] are from . . . [etc.].”

The “AVB” and “Alkitab Versi Borneo” are registered trademarks of Borneo Sabda Limited. Use of either trademark requires the permission of Borneo Sabda Limited.

The “ESV” and “English Standard Version” are registered trademarks of Good News Publishers. Use of either trademark requires the permission of Crossway.

When quotations from the AVB or ESV texts are used in non-saleable print and digital media, such as church bulletins, orders of services, posters, transparencies, or similar media, a complete copyright notice is not required, but the initials — “AVB” or "ESV" — must appear at the end of a quotation. 

Publication of any commentary or other biblical reference work produced for commercial sale that uses the Alkitab Versi Borneo must include written permission for the use of the AVB text.

Permission requests that exceed the above guidelines must be directed to Borneo Sabda Limited via https://www.alkitabversiborneo.org/support, or Crossway via http://www.crossway.org/permissions/

The AVB Bible, ESV Bible and related resources are available for free access online and on mobile devices everywhere worldwide at www.AlkitabVersiBorneo.org or www.ESV.org

PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 1 June 2025 

Last Updated: 1 June 2025 

1. Introduction 

Borneo Sabda Limited ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you use our website and mobile applications ("Apps"). 

2. Collection of Personal Data 

We may collect personal data directly from you, automatically through our apps, or from third-party services. The types of personal data we collect include:

• Personal Identification Information: Name as provided, email address, and phone number (if provided).
• Device Information: Device type and models, operating system, app version
• Usage Data: Diagnostic data from app failures (e.g. Error and Crash reports) to enhance stability.
• Location Data: If enabled, we may collect geolocation data for app functionality or personalized services.
• Communication Data: Any messages, requests, or inquiries sent via email, chat, or support tickets to Customer Support, feedback forms, and interactions within the app.
• Transaction and Payment Data: If donations, purchases or subscriptions are made, we collect necessary billing and payment processing details via third-party providers.
• Analytics Providers: Using tools like Google Analytics to track trends and user engagement
• Social Media Login Data: If users log in via Google or Facebook, limited profil data may be retrieved based on consent
• Advertising & Marketing Tools: If relevant, user data may be collected via third-party advertising services
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and analytics tools to track behaviour, improve services, and enhance user experience.

We ensure that personal data is collected lawfully and transparently, only retaining it for as long as necessary for the stated purposes.

3. Purpose of Data Collection 

We collect personal data for the following purposes: 

- To optimise our apps

- To provide and improve our services 

- To communicate with users regarding updates and support 

- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements 

4. Disclosure of Personal Data 

We do not sell or rent personal data. However, we may share data with: 

- Service providers assisting in app functionality 

- Legal authorities when required by law 

5. Data Security 

We implement appropriate security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. 

6. Data Retention 

Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. 

7. User Rights 

Under the PDPO, users have the right to: 

- Access their personal data 

- Request correction of inaccurate data 

- Opt out of direct marketing communications 

8. Changes to This Policy 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified of significant changes via our website or app. 

9. Contact Information 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact the following at: 

Privacy Officer

Email: yohanes@avb.foundation