Effective Date: 11th April 2026
1. Introduction
Wifaqul Ulama (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the Wifaqul Ulama mobile application on iOS and Android devices.
This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our app.
2. Information We Collect
#Location Data
The app may access your device’s location to provide accurate:
* Prayer times
* Qibla direction
* Moon sighting information
Location data may be accessed:
* When the app is in use
* Automatically, if you enable location auto-refresh
We do not collect or store personally identifiable information (PII).
3. How We Use Information
We use location data solely to:
* Calculate accurate prayer times based on your location
* Determine the correct Qibla direction
* Provide relevant moon sighting data
4. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or rent user data.
Location data may be transmitted securely to our backend services solely for processing required to provide app functionality. This data:
* Is not linked to your identity
* Is not retained or stored long-term
5. Data Storage and Retention
We do not store personal data on our servers.
Any location data used is:
* Processed temporarily
* Not retained after processing
Some preferences (such as settings) may be stored locally on your device.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect data during transmission using secure communication methods.
7. Your Choices
You can:
* Disable location access at any time via your device settings
* Disable automatic location updates within the app (if enabled)
Please note that disabling location access may affect app functionality.
8. Children’s Privacy
This app does not knowingly collect personal data from children.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
