Effective Date: 19th May 2025

Welcome to Deendar Islamic App. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application (“App”), services, and website (collectively, the “Services”).

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information and how we handle it. By using Deendar Islamic App, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

📌 Overview of Our Privacy Principles

At Deendar Islamic App, we are committed to:

• Protecting your data with industry-standard security.
• Being transparent about how your information is used.
• Empowering you with control over your personal data.
• Complying with global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and others.

🔍 Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services to you. The types of data we collect include:

1. Personal Information

We may collect the following personal details:

• Name (if provided)
• Email address (for support or newsletter subscription)
• Phone number (optional, for verification or support)
• Profile picture (optional, if uploaded)

2. Location Data

To provide accurate prayer times, Qibla direction, and nearby mosque services, we may collect:

• GPS coordinates
• Device-based location information (with your permission)

This data is collected in real-time and never stored permanently unless required for specific services.

3. Device and Usage Data

We collect information related to your device and how you interact with the app:

• Device type, operating system, and browser type
• App version and language settings
• IP address
• Device ID and advertising identifiers
• Usage patterns, such as session time, features used, and crash logs

4. Content You Provide

• Notes or bookmarks in the Digital Quran
• Duas or Zikr saved for personal use
• Feedback or messages sent to our support team

🧭 Why We Collect Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide location-based prayer times and Qibla direction
• Suggest nearby mosques using GPS
• Offer a personalized experience (e.g., recently read verses, preferred reciter)
• Improve the app's performance and fix bugs
• Send important updates or reminders (if opted in)
• Respond to your support queries
• Enhance security and prevent fraudulent activity

✅ Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

If you are located in the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for processing your personal data includes:

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with a legal obligation
• Legitimate interests (such as improving our services)

🔒 How We Protect Your Data

Your privacy and data security are our top priorities. We implement multiple layers of protection, including:

• Data encryption (in transit and at rest)
• Secure server storage
• Strict access control
• Regular security audits and updates
• User authentication mechanisms

We never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

📤 Sharing Your Information

We only share your data in limited circumstances:

1. With Your Consent

We may share your information if you explicitly give us permission.

2. With Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers to operate and maintain our services. These may include:

• Cloud hosting platforms
• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics for Firebase)
• Push notification providers
• Email communication services

Each partner is contractually bound to maintain confidentiality and use data only for intended purposes.

3. For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your data:

• To comply with a legal obligation or court order
• To protect our rights, users, or the public
• To enforce our Terms of Use or investigate potential violations

📍 Location Services

We request location permissions only for features like:

• Showing accurate Salah times
• Determining Qibla direction
• Finding nearby mosques

You can turn off location access at any time through your device settings, though some features may become limited.

🍪 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies on our website for the following purposes:

• To analyze traffic and usage patterns
• To improve the website experience
• For limited advertising and retargeting (on our site, not in the app)

Note: Deendar Islamic App does not display ads in the app interface.

📧 Communications

We may send you communications such as:

• Important notifications about app updates or service issues
• Reminder messages (e.g., prayer alerts, fasting times during Ramadan)
• Promotional messages (only if opted in)

You can opt out of promotional messages at any time through:

• The in-app settings
• The “unsubscribe” link in our emails
• Emailing us at: ahmed@azahar.in

🧮 Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

• Location data is used in real time and not stored.
• User preferences and settings are saved for convenience.
• App usage logs may be kept for analytics and crash diagnosis.

If you delete your account or uninstall the app, most associated data is removed or anonymized.

⚙️ Your Privacy Rights

You have full control over your data. Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Delete your data (right to be forgotten)
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Data portability (receive your data in a usable format)

To exercise these rights, email: ahmed@azahar.in

🧒 Children's Privacy

Deendar Islamic App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions) without parental consent. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe your child has provided data, please contact us immediately for deletion.

🔁 Third-Party Services

Our app may contain links or integrations with third-party platforms such as:

• Google Maps API (for mosque locator and Qibla direction)
• YouTube (for Quranic recitation videos)
• Firebase Analytics

Each third party has its own privacy policy and terms. We encourage you to review them before using those features.

🌍 International Data Transfers

We may store or process your data in countries outside your home jurisdiction, including:

• United States
• India
• EU countries

When we transfer data internationally, we use safeguards such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Data Protection Agreements (DPAs)
• Encryption and access control protocols

🛠️ Managing Your Preferences

You can control how we collect and use your data via:

• App Settings
• Device Settings (for location, permissions, notifications)
• Email preferences (unsubscribe links)

📝 Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in:

• Legal requirements
• New features or services
• Security enhancements

We will notify you through the app or by email when we make material changes. The updated version will be effective as of the date mentioned at the top of the page.

📞 Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Deendar Islamic App

📧 Email: ahmed@azahar.in

📍 Address: Bagariguri, Juria, Nagaon, Assam - 782124