Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to كلمات القرآن (Kalimat Quran). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using our app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use certain features of our app, we may collect the following personal information:

Account Information: When you sign in with Google, we collect your name, email address, profile photo, and unique user identifier (UID)
Profile Data: Optional information such as your first name, last name, and phone number if you choose to provide it
Authentication Data: Information necessary for account authentication and security

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about how you use our app:

Reading Progress: Your last read page, surah, and ayah to help you continue where you left off
Learning Progress: Your progress in typing exercises, tests, and learning activities
Preferences: Your font size preferences, selected reciters, tafsir selections, and other app settings
Download Information: Information about downloaded recitations, surahs, and tafsir content
App Analytics: General usage statistics and app performance data through Firebase Analytics

2.3 Device Information

We may collect information about your device, including:

Device type and operating system
App version and installation information
Device identifiers

2.4 Subscription Information

If you subscribe to premium features, we collect subscription-related information as detailed in Section 6 (Subscription Services and Premium Features) below.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate your identity, and provide personalized services
App Functionality: To save your reading progress, learning achievements, and preferences so you can access them across devices
Content Delivery: To provide you with Quranic text, recitations, tafsir, and learning materials
Improvement: To analyze app usage patterns and improve our services, features, and user experience
Communication: To send you important updates about the app, security notifications, and respond to your inquiries
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
Subscription Services: To manage subscriptions, verify subscription status, and provide access to premium features (see Section 6 for more details)

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using the following methods:

Cloud Storage: User account information and preferences are stored in Google Firebase Firestore, which provides enterprise-grade security
Local Storage: Some data, such as downloaded audio files and app preferences, may be stored locally on your device
Encryption: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
Authentication: We use secure authentication methods provided by Firebase Authentication

While we implement reasonable security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

5. Third-Party Services

Our app uses the following third-party services that may collect information:

Google Firebase: We use Firebase for authentication, cloud storage, and analytics. Google's privacy policy applies to their services.
Google Sign-In: When you sign in with Google, your authentication is handled by Google according to their privacy policy
Firebase Analytics: We use Firebase Analytics to understand app usage patterns and improve our services

These third-party services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies to understand how they handle your information.

6. Subscription Services and Premium Features

Our app offers subscription-based premium features that provide enhanced functionality and access to exclusive content. This section explains how we handle subscription-related information.

6.1 Subscription Information We Collect

When you subscribe to our premium features, we may collect the following information:

Subscription Status: Information about your active, expired, or cancelled subscription status
Subscription Type: Details about your subscription plan (e.g., monthly, annual)
Purchase History: Records of your subscription purchases, renewals, and cancellations
Transaction Information: Transaction IDs, purchase dates, renewal dates, and expiration dates
Payment Method Information: Payment method type (credit card, debit card, etc.) - Note: We do not store your full payment card details. Payment processing is handled by secure third-party payment processors

6.2 How We Use Subscription Information

We use subscription information to:

Feature Access Control: To determine which features and content you can access based on your subscription status
Subscription Management: To manage your subscription, process renewals, and handle cancellations
Customer Support: To assist you with subscription-related inquiries and issues
Service Delivery: To provide you with the premium features and content included in your subscription plan
Legal Compliance: To comply with tax, accounting, and other legal requirements related to subscription services

Premium Features: Certain features and content in our app require an active subscription to access. Your subscription status is verified to ensure you have access to the features included in your subscription plan. If your subscription expires or is cancelled, access to premium features will be restricted until a valid subscription is restored.

6.3 Payment Processing

All payment transactions for subscriptions are processed by secure third-party payment processors (such as Google Play Billing, Apple App Store, or other payment providers). We do not directly collect, store, or process your payment card information. Payment information is handled by these third-party processors in accordance with their privacy policies and security standards.

The payment processors may share certain transaction information with us (such as transaction IDs and subscription status) to enable us to provide you with the subscribed services.

6.4 Subscription Data Storage

Subscription status and related information are stored securely in our systems and may be associated with your user account. This information is retained for as long as necessary to provide subscription services and comply with legal obligations.

6.5 Subscription Cancellation and Refunds

You can cancel your subscription at any time through your device's app store settings or through the app. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period. Refund policies are governed by the terms of service of the app store through which you purchased the subscription.

When you cancel a subscription, we will retain your subscription history for record-keeping and legal compliance purposes, but your access to premium features will be restricted after the subscription period ends.

6.6 Free Trial and Promotional Offers

If we offer free trials or promotional subscription offers, we may collect information about your participation in these programs. This information is used to manage the trial or promotional period and to prevent abuse of such offers.

7. Audio Content Disclaimer Important

Audio Content and Recitations: The audio recitations (Quranic recitations) available in this app are obtained from open-source and publicly available sources. We do not claim ownership of any audio content, and we are not responsible for the copyright status of these recordings.

If you are the owner of any audio content used in this app and believe that your copyright has been infringed, please contact us immediately. We will promptly investigate your claim and, if valid, remove the content from our app.

We respect intellectual property rights and are committed to resolving any copyright concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: You can access and review your personal information through the app settings
Update: You can update your profile information and preferences at any time
Delete: You can delete your account and associated data by using the account deletion feature in the app
Data Export: You may request a copy of your data by contacting us
Opt-Out: You can opt out of certain data collection by adjusting your device settings or app preferences

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.

9. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide you with our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of the app after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. International Users

If you are using our app from outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred across international boundaries. By using our app, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.