Ask Islam AI Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Ask Islam AI, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. As an Islamic AI assistant application, we understand the sacred nature of your spiritual journey and handle your data with the utmost respect and care.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Search Queries: Your Islamic knowledge searches to provide relevant AI-powered responses
• User Preferences: Prayer time settings, notification preferences, and app customization choices
• Feedback & Support: Any messages, feedback, or support requests you submit

Note: We do not create separate user accounts. Authentication for premium features is handled securely through Google Play Services.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, and app version
• Usage Data: App features accessed and session duration (locally stored, not sent to third parties)
• Location Data: GPS coordinates (only when you use prayer times or Qibla finder features, not stored long-term)
• Performance Data: Crash reports to improve app stability (sent to AWS, not third-party services)

Important: We do NOT collect unique device identifiers for tracking. Usage analytics are aggregated and anonymous.

1.3 Information We DO NOT Collect

• x Your personal prayers or duas (stored locally on your device only)
• x Detailed browsing history of Quran or Hadith reading
• x Audio or voice recordings of any kind
• x Your contacts, photos, or other unrelated personal files
• x Biometric data
• x Precise real-time location tracking (location used only for prayer times/Qibla)

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core App Functionality

• Provide AI-powered Islamic guidance based on authentic Quran and Hadith sources
• Calculate accurate prayer times for your location
• Determine Qibla direction using device sensors
• Send prayer time reminder notifications
• Synchronize your preferences across devices

2.2 Service Improvement

• Analyze aggregated usage patterns to improve search accuracy
• Identify and fix bugs and crashes
• Develop new Islamic features based on user needs
• Optimize app performance and speed

2.3 Communication

• Send important app updates and Islamic content notifications (if you opt-in)
• Respond to your support requests and feedback
• Notify you about new features and improvements

3. Android Permissions Explained

Ask Islam AI requests the following Android permissions. Here's why we need each one:

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Where Your Data is Stored

• Local Storage: Personal prayers, preferences, and recently viewed content are stored securely on your device
• Cloud Storage: Search queries and usage data are temporarily stored on AWS servers in Singapore (ap-southeast-1 region) for processing
• Google Play Services: Premium subscription status is managed by Google Play (not stored on our servers)
• Encryption: All data transmitted between your device and our servers uses industry-standard TLS/SSL encryption

4.2 Security Measures

• AES-256 encryption for sensitive data at rest
• Secure HTTPS connections for all network communications
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Access controls and authentication for all backend systems
• Automatic logout after period of inactivity

4.3 Data Retention

• Search Queries: Retained for 90 days, then automatically deleted
• User Preferences: Retained locally on your device until you uninstall the app
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized after 30 days
• Crash Reports: Retained for 90 days for debugging purposes
• Subscription Data: Managed by Google Play (see Google's data retention policies)

5. Third-Party Services

Ask Islam AI integrates with the following third-party services to provide you with the best experience:

5.1 AI Services

• OpenAI (GPT-4): Powers our AI responses. Your queries are sent to OpenAI's API, but are not used to train their models. OpenAI Privacy Policy

5.2 Cloud Infrastructure

• Amazon Web Services (AWS): Hosts our backend services, databases, and API. AWS Privacy Policy
• Qdrant Cloud: Vector database for semantic search of Islamic knowledge. Qdrant Privacy Policy

5.3 Analytics & Monetization

• Google Play Billing: Processes premium subscriptions securely through In-App Purchases. Google Payments Privacy

Note: We do NOT use Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics, or any third-party analytics services. Usage metrics are collected locally and anonymously.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You Have the Right To:

• Access: Request a copy of all search queries and preferences we hold about you
• Deletion: Request complete deletion of your search history and app data
• Export: Download your search history in a portable format (JSON)
• Opt-Out: Disable analytics, notifications, or data collection features
• Uninstall: Remove the app to delete all locally stored data instantly
• Subscription Management: Manage or cancel subscriptions through Google Play Store

How to Exercise Your Rights:

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at AskIslamAI@protonmail.com or use the in-app "Privacy Settings" menu. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Children's Privacy

Ask Islam AI is designed to be family-friendly and suitable for users of all ages, including children. However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age without parental consent.

• If you are under 13, please ask your parent or guardian to supervise your app usage
• Parents can clear their child's search history at any time through app settings
• Educational content is age-appropriate and follows Islamic guidelines

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13 without proper consent, please contact us immediately at AskIslamAI@protonmail.com.

8. International Users & Data Transfers

Ask Islam AI is available globally and serves the worldwide Muslim community. Our primary servers are located in Singapore (AWS ap-southeast-1 region), but we may transfer data to other regions to provide you with the best service.

Data Protection Standards:

• We comply with GDPR (European Union)
• We follow PDPA (Singapore Personal Data Protection Act)
• We adhere to CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
• All data transfers use appropriate safeguards and encryption

9. Cookies and Tracking

9.1 In the Mobile App

The mobile app does not use traditional browser cookies. Instead, we use:

• Local Storage: To save your preferences and recently viewed content
• Session Tokens: To keep you logged in securely
• Analytics IDs: Anonymous identifiers to track app usage patterns

9.2 On the Website (duacopilot.web.app)

Our web version uses minimal tracking:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality only
• Local Storage: Used to save your preferences locally in your browser
• No Third-Party Cookies: We do NOT use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any tracking cookies

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. When we make significant changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• We will notify you through the app with a prominent notice
• We may send you an email notification (if you've opted in)
• Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

11. Islamic Ethical Framework

As an Islamic application, we are guided by the following Islamic principles in our data practices: