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Privacy Policy – Masjid Times

Last updated: 22nd Nov 2025

Masjid Times (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our mobile application (“App”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use our services.

By using Masjid Times, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

1.1. Location Information (Not Stored or Saved)

Masjid Times requests access to your device’s location only for:

• Listing nearby masjids
• Providing accurate Qibla direction
• Calculating prayer times based on your location

Your location is used in real-time only and is never saved, logged, stored, or shared.

1.2. User-Provided Information

You may voluntarily:

• View or update prayer times of a selected masjid
• Leave reviews or ratings

We do not require personally identifiable information (PII) unless voluntarily submitted.

1.3. Automatically Collected Information (Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics)

We use Google Firebase services to collect:

• App performance metrics
• Crash reports
• Basic usage statistics

This data is anonymized and cannot identify you personally.

1.4. Advertising Data

The App uses third-party advertising providers which may collect:

• Non-personal device info
• Advertising identifiers (e.g., Google Advertising ID)
• Interaction data related to ads

This enables us to deliver relevant ads and fund the free version of the App.

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2. How We Use Information

We use information solely to:

• Show nearby masjids
• Display Qibla direction
• Calculate correct prayer times
• Send prayer notifications (if enabled)
• Provide tasbeeh, azkars, duas, and prayer guidelines
• Improve app stability and functionality
• Support the App through ads

We do not:

• Sell user data
• Store location history
• Track users across other apps

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3. Notifications

You may choose to receive notifications for prayer times.
Notification settings are stored locally on your device and are not shared with us.

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4. Third-Party Services

Masjid Times uses the following third-party services:

4.1. Firebase Analytics

Used for aggregated usage insights.
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.2. Firebase Crashlytics

Used to diagnose crashes and improve app stability.

4.3. Third-Party Ad Networks (e.g., Google AdMob)

Ads support the free version of Masjid Times.
Users may opt out of personalized ads via device settings.

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5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures.
Because we do not collect or store personal data, risks related to data misuse are minimal.

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6. Children’s Privacy

Masjid Times does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you believe data was submitted by a child, contact us so we can remove it.

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7. Permissions Used

• Location: To show nearby masjids, Qibla direction, and prayer times
• Notifications: For prayer alerts
• Internet: For content, analytics, ads, and updates

We do not request any unnecessary permissions.

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8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updates will be reflected by the “Last Updated” date above.

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9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: yusufkhamis27@gmail.com