Privacy Policy — noor quran

This Privacy Policy explains how noor quran (the “App”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects information when you use our mobile application and related services (the “Services”). By using the App, you agree to this Policy.

If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

1) Scope & Availability

noor quran is available worldwide and supports 9 languages. If this Policy is translated, the English version controlsin case of inconsistencies.

2) Information We Collect

We collect the minimum information needed to operate and improve the App:

• Account Information: Email address and basic profile data you provide when you sign up or sign in (e.g., via Google).
• App Usage & Progress: Non-sensitive usage events (e.g., session times, feature usage), memorization progress, test attempts, and in-app settings.
• Device & Technical Data: Device model, OS version, app version, language/locale, and crash/diagnostics data to improve stability.
• Permissions You Grant: If you enable features that require permissions (e.g., microphone for recitation, notifications), we access only for the intended function and only while the feature is in use.
• Approximate Location (Optional): If you enable location for prayer times, we use it to fetch relevant timings. You can disable this in system settings; the feature may be limited without it.

We do not collect sensitive categories such as biometric identifiers or government IDs.

3) Payments & Billing (Google Play)

• No Card Storage by Us: We do not receive or store your payment card details.
• Payment Processor: Purchases and subscriptions are processed by Google Play Billing (Google’s payment gateway). Your payment information is handled under Google’s terms and privacy policies.
• Receipts & Status: We may receive non-card metadata (e.g., transaction IDs, purchase tokens, plan type, expiration dates) to activate, verify, and manage your subscription.

4) How We Use Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and operate the App (e.g., sign-in, progress saving, prayer-time features);
• Personalize content (e.g., language, settings);
• Process entitlements for free trials and subscriptions;
• Monitor performance, fix bugs, and prevent abuse/fraud;
• Communicate essential notices (e.g., service changes, billing status);
• Comply with legal obligations.

5) Sharing & Disclosures

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with:

• Service Providers: Cloud hosting, analytics, crash reporting, authentication, and billing—strictly to provide the Services.
• Legal & Safety: If required by law or to protect our users, our rights, or the integrity of the Service.
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale, subject to this Policy’s protections.

All service providers are bound by confidentiality and data-protection obligations.

6) Data Retention

We keep information only as long as needed for the purposes above, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. You can request deletion (see Your Rights).

7) Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect information (e.g., encryption in transit, access controls). However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8) Children’s Privacy

The App may be used by minors with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent required by applicable law.

9) International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We take steps to ensure appropriate protections consistent with this Policy and applicable laws.

10) Your Choices & Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, update, or delete your information;
• Object to or restrict certain processing;
• Port your data;
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

You can manage many choices in the App settings (e.g., language, permissions) or by contacting us through in-app support. We may ask you to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

11) Cookies & Similar Technologies

The App itself does not use browser cookies, but our services or third-party providers may use mobile identifiers or similar technologies for analytics, diagnostics, and subscription validation in accordance with this Policy and applicable platform rules.

12) Third-Party Services & Links

When you interact with third-party services (e.g., Google Play Billing, external links, messaging apps for support), their terms and privacy policies govern your use of those services. We are not responsible for third-party practices.

13) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated in-app or by notice. Your continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

14) Contact

For questions or privacy requests, please use the in-app support channel or our support page provided within the App.