Introduction
Welcome to EmanPal ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience when using our mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our EmanPal mobile application.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: If you create an account, we collect your email address and optional profile information such as your name.
- User Preferences: Your selected calculation method for prayer times, notification preferences, preferred Quran reciter, and language settings.
- Feedback and Communications: When you contact us for support or provide feedback, we collect the information you share with us.
Information Collected Automatically
- Location Data: With your permission, we access your device's location to provide accurate prayer times and Qibla direction. You can disable location access at any time through your device settings.
- Device Information: We collect device type, operating system version, and app version for troubleshooting and improving our services.
- Usage Data: Anonymous usage statistics help us understand how users interact with our app to improve the user experience.
Information We Do NOT Collect
- We do not collect sensitive personal information such as religious beliefs beyond what is necessary for app functionality.
- We do not access your contacts, photos, or other personal files.
- We do not track your browsing activity outside of our app.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide accurate prayer times based on your location
- Display the correct Qibla direction
- Send prayer time notifications based on your preferences
- Save your Quran reading progress and bookmarks
- Improve and optimize our app's performance
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Send important updates about the app (with your consent)
Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
- Secure cloud storage with industry-standard security protocols
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Limited access to personal data by our team members
Third-Party Services
Our app may use third-party services that collect information. These include:
- Analytics Services: We use privacy-focused analytics to understand app usage patterns. This data is anonymized and aggregated.
- Cloud Services: For users who opt into cloud sync, we use secure cloud providers to store your preferences and progress.
- Push Notification Services: We use Apple Push Notification Service (APNs) and Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to deliver prayer time notifications.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data.
- Opt-out: Disable notifications, location access, or analytics through app settings or your device settings.
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
Children's Privacy
EmanPal is suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice within the app or sending you an email. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@emanpal.com
- Website: www.emanpal.com/support