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Privacy Policy – NamazAthanQibla

 

Last updated: [DATE]

 

This Privacy Policy explains how [GNSAC Bilişim Teknolojileri Ltd. Şti.] (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects information in connection with the NamazAthanQibla mobile application (the “App”).

 

By installing or using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

 

 

1. About the App

 

NamazAthanQibla helps users:

 

  • View daily prayer times based on their location

  • Receive prayer time notifications / athan

  • Find the Qibla direction

  • Listen to Qur’an recitations that are loaded from JSON/audio sources

 

The App does not require you to create an account or log in. We do not ask you to enter your name, email address, or other contact details inside the App.

 

 

2. Data We Collect

 

The App itself collects a limited set of data, mainly to provide core functionality and to support analytics and advertising.

 

 

2.1 Location Data

 

  • Precise location (GPS, Wi-Fi, or network-based)

     

    • Used to calculate accurate prayer times and the Qibla direction for your current position.

    • Location data is processed on your device and used only for this purpose.

    • We do not create a movement history or store precise GPS coordinates on our own servers.

 

You can always disable location access in your device settings. If you do so, some features (such as automatic prayer times or Qibla direction) may not work or may require manual location input.

 

 

2.2 Device Identifiers

 

  • Device ID / Advertising Identifier (IDFA) / Vendor ID

     

    • Used to:

       

      • Show and measure in-app advertising (e.g., banner ads),

      • Perform basic analytics (e.g., how often the App is opened, which screens are used),

      • Prevent fraud and abuse.

 

These identifiers can be treated as personal data under certain laws because they can relate to a specific device or user over time.

 

 

2.3 Usage Data (Product Interaction)

 

We may collect information about how you interact with the App, such as:

 

  • Screens and features you use

  • Buttons you tap

  • Time and duration of sessions

  • Subscription purchase events and status (successful/failed, active/expired)

 

This data is generally aggregated and used to understand which features are used and how we can improve the App.

 

 

2.4 Automatically Collected Technical Data

 

Through the App or through Apple / third-party SDKs, we may receive:

 

  • Device model, operating system version, language and region settings

  • App version and installation source

  • Basic diagnostics or crash information (if enabled on your device)

 

 

3. Data We Do 

Not

 Intentionally Collect

 

  • We do not ask you to provide your real name, email, phone number, or address inside the App.

  • We do not collect contact lists, photos, messages, or microphone recordings.

  • We do not collect any special-category/sensitive data such as religion declarations, political opinions, health data, or biometric identifiers beyond what is inherent in your use of the App (for example, the App is religious in nature, but we do not store a profile of your beliefs).

 

If you contact us by email or other channels and voluntarily provide personal information, we will use that information only to respond to your request.

 

 

4. How We Use Your Data

 

We use the data described above for the following purposes:

 

  1. App functionality

     

    • Calculating local prayer times and Qibla direction

    • Showing correct timings and sending prayer time notifications

    • Loading Quran recitations and religious content

  2. Subscriptions and in-app purchases

     

    • Processing payments and managing subscription status (via Apple’s App Store)

    • Determining whether you have an active subscription to unlock premium features

  3. Analytics and performance

     

    • Understanding how users interact with the App

    • Improving features, stability, and performance

    • Fixing bugs and preventing crashes

  4. Advertising and marketing

     

    • Displaying in-app banner ads

    • Measuring ad impressions and clicks

    • Limiting fraud and ensuring that ads function correctly

 

We do not sell your personal data.

 

 

5. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

 

We may share certain data with third-party service providers strictly for the purposes listed above. These providers process data on our behalf and are required to protect it appropriately.

 

 

5.1 Apple

 

  • App Store & In-App Purchases

     

    • All payments and subscriptions are handled by Apple.

    • Apple may process your Apple ID, payment information, and purchase history according to Apple’s own privacy policies.

  • Apple Analytics / Diagnostics

     

    • If you have enabled “Share iPhone & Watch Analytics” or similar settings, Apple may share anonymized analytics and crash data with us.

 

 

5.2 Advertising Networks

 

The App displays banner advertisements. These may be provided by third-party ad networks (for example, Google AdMob or similar providers). These networks may process:

 

  • Advertising Identifier (IDFA) or similar device IDs

  • Approximate location (e.g., based on IP address or network)

  • Device and usage information (e.g., model, OS version, app usage)

 

They use this information to:

 

  • Show ads, including personalized ads where allowed by your device settings

  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns

  • Prevent invalid clicks and abuse

 

You can control ad tracking using your device settings (see Section 8).

 

 

5.3 Analytics Providers

 

We may use third-party analytics SDKs or services to understand how the App is used (for example, screen views, feature usage, and retention). These providers may receive device identifiers and usage data to generate aggregated statistics.

 

 

5.4 Service Providers and Hosting

 

If we host JSON or audio files or use servers for delivering content and notifications, the hosting providers may log standard technical information (IP address, request time, user agent) for security and operational reasons.

 

 

5.5 Legal Requirements and Protection

 

We may disclose information if we are legally required to do so, or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to:

 

  • Comply with a legal obligation or lawful request

  • Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others

  • Detect and prevent fraud or security issues

 

We do not share your personal data with third parties for their own independent marketing purposes.

 

 

6. Legal Bases (EEA / UK Users)

 

If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or a similar jurisdiction, our processing of your personal data is based on the following legal grounds:

 

  • Performance of a contract – to provide the App and its core features, including prayer times, Qibla direction, and subscriptions.

  • Legitimate interests – to improve the App, ensure security, prevent fraud, and perform basic analytics.

  • Consent – where required for the use of certain cookies, tracking technologies, or personalized advertising. You may withdraw consent at any time via your device settings.

 

 

7. International Data Transfers

 

Our service providers and servers may be located in different countries. As a result, your information may be processed in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country.

 

Where required by law, we use appropriate safeguards (such as contractual data protection clauses) to protect your information when it is transferred internationally.

 

 

8. Your Choices and Rights

 

 

8.1 Device Settings

 

You can control certain permissions directly from your device:

 

  • Location Access

     

    • iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services → NamazAthanQibla

    • You can set this to “Never”, “Ask Next Time”, “While Using the App”, etc.

  • Notifications

     

    • iOS: Settings → Notifications → NamazAthanQibla

    • You can enable or disable prayer time notifications.

  • Advertising & Tracking

     

    • iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking

    • You can choose whether to allow apps to track you across other companies’ apps and websites.

    • You can reset your Advertising Identifier (IDFA) or limit ad personalization in your device settings.

 

 

8.2 Data Protection Rights (Where Applicable)

 

Depending on your location, you may have some or all of the following rights:

 

  • Right to access the personal data we hold about you

  • Right to rectification (correction) of inaccurate data

  • Right to deletion/erasure (in certain circumstances)

  • Right to restriction of processing

  • Right to object to certain processing (such as direct marketing or profiling)

  • Right to data portability

  • Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

 

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 12. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

 

 

9. Children’s Privacy

 

The App is designed for general audiences and is not directed specifically at children under 13 (or the relevant minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without verifiable parental consent.

 

If you believe that a child has provided personal data to us without parental consent, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information where required by law.

 

 

10. Data Retention

 

We retain data for as long as necessary to:

 

  • Provide the App and its features

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes

  • Enforce our agreements

 

Location data used for prayer times and Qibla direction is generally processed in real time and not stored by us in a way that identifies you personally. Analytics and advertising data are retained by us and our providers according to their own retention policies, usually in aggregated or pseudonymous form.

 

 

11. Security

 

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

 

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

 

12. Third-Party Links

 

The App may contain links to external websites or services (for example, support pages, documentation, or third-party content). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites or services. We recommend that you review their privacy policies separately.

 

 

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top.

 

Significant changes may also be announced in the App (for example, via a notice or update screen).

 

Your continued use of the App after changes have been published means that you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

 

 

14. Contact Us

 

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can contact us at:

 

[GNSAC Bilişim Teknolojileri Ltd. Şti.]

 Privacy / Data Protection

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We will do our best to respond within a reasonable time and in accordance with applicable law.

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