Privacy Policy for Al-Saut-Fi

Effective Date: April 2026

1. Introduction

Al-Saut-Fi ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure experience for our community. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use the Al-Saut-Fi platform, including our website and services related to prayer times, masjid services, donations, and religious resources.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services to our users. The types of information we collect include:

2.1 Personal Information

  • Account Data: Name, email address, and profile information provided during registration.
  • Contact Details: Phone number and communication preferences for notifications and announcements.

2.2 Location Information

  • Prayer Times & Masjid Finder: We collect your precise or approximate location (via GPS or IP address) to provide accurate prayer times, Qibla direction, and to help you locate nearby mosques and halal restaurants.

2.3 Financial Information

  • Donations: When you contribute Sadaqah, Zakat, or donate to a masjid, we collect payment information. This is processed securely through our third-party payment partners (e.g., Stripe), and we do not store full credit card details on our servers.

2.4 Religious & Usage Data

  • Preferences: Information about your preferred Madhab, followed mosques, bookmarked Quran verses, and Hadith reading progress.
  • Interactions: Data on how you interact with masjid services, tutors, and community announcements.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To provide accurate prayer times, religious content, and community features.
  • Donation Processing: To facilitate secure financial contributions and provide transparency reports.
  • Communication: To send you important updates, masjid announcements, and notifications regarding your account or services.
  • Personalization: To tailor your experience based on your location and religious preferences.
  • Platform Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our features, such as the Quran Companion and Tutor services.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With Masjids: If you donate to or interact with a specific masjid, relevant information may be shared with that institution to facilitate their services and records.
  • Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party providers for payment processing (Stripe), cloud hosting, and notification services.
  • Tutors & Service Entities: If you engage with a tutor or masjid service, your contact details may be shared with them to facilitate the session or service.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety and rights of our community.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Data Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate information in your profile.
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your account and associated personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations (e.g., financial record-keeping for donations).
  • Consent Withdrawal: Opt-out of non-essential communications at any time through your settings.

7. Retention of Data

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with services. Financial records related to donations are retained for a longer period to comply with tax and transparency requirements.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our platform and updating the "Effective Date."

9. Contact Us

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