Bismillah ir-Rahman ir-Raheem. This Privacy Policy describes how Al Quran – 16 Line Quran ("the App", "we", "our", or "us"), developed by MASHAL SOFT, handles your information when you use our iOS application available on the Apple App Store. We are committed to your privacy and handle all data with the highest level of care and transparency.
By downloading 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. Information We Collect
We follow a minimal data collection approach. The App does not require you to create an account or register with any personal details.
a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
We do not require you to submit any personal information to use the App. If you contact us for support or feedback, we may receive:
Your name and email address
The content of your message or query
b) Automatically Collected Technical Data
To maintain app stability and improve performance, we may collect anonymized, non-identifiable data, including:
Device model and iOS version
App version and crash/error logs
Anonymous usage statistics (e.g., features accessed, session length)
ℹ️ This data cannot identify you personally and is used solely for technical improvement.
c) Location Data (iOS)
The App requests "When In Use" location permission from iOS exclusively to:
Calculate accurate Salah (prayer) times based on your current location
Determine the Qibla direction (direction of the Kaabah)
Location data is processed entirely on your device and is NEVER transmitted to our servers, stored in any database, or shared with any third party. You can revoke this permission at any time via: Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services → Al Quran 16 Line.
2. iOS Permissions Summary
The following table summarizes all iOS permissions the App may request:
iOS Permission
Purpose
Stored / Shared?
Location (When In Use)
Prayer times & Qibla direction
Never stored or shared
Microphone
Not requested
N/A
Notifications
Optional prayer time reminders
Not shared
Internet Access
Audio recitation streaming
Anonymous only
Background App Refresh
Prayer time updates (optional)
Not shared
3. How We Use Your Information
Any data we collect is used only for the following purposes:
To deliver core app features: Quran reading (16-line format), audio recitation, prayer times, Qibla compass, Duas, and Tasbih counter
To diagnose crashes and improve App stability
To respond to support or feedback communications
To comply with applicable laws and Apple App Store guidelines
We do NOT use your data for advertising, behavioral profiling, or any commercial purpose whatsoever.
4. Apple App Store & Apple Policies
This App is distributed exclusively through the Apple App Store and complies with Apple’s App Store Review Guidelines and Apple’s Privacy requirements, including:
App Privacy Nutrition Labels — accurately disclosed in the App Store listing
App Tracking Transparency (ATT) — we do not track users across apps or websites
iOS permission usage descriptions (NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription, etc.) are clearly defined
The Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA) applies to this App: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
5. Quran & Religious Content
All Quranic text, translations, recitations, and supplications (Duas) are provided for spiritual and educational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy in all religious content, we recommend consulting qualified Islamic scholars for matters of religious ruling (Fatawa) or scholarly interpretation.
6. Third-Party Services
To deliver a complete experience, the App may integrate the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:
Audio Recitation Providers — for streaming or local playback of Quranic recitations
Firebase / Apple Analytics — for anonymous crash reporting and usage analytics
Location APIs (iOS CoreLocation) — for prayer time and Qibla calculations (on-device only)
We do not share personally identifiable information with any third-party service provider.
7. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal data. We may disclose information only:
If required by law, court order, or a lawful government request
To protect the rights, safety, or property of our users or the public
With service providers bound by confidentiality obligations and necessary solely to operate the App
8. Data Retention
Support communications are retained for a maximum of 12 months, after which they are securely deleted. Anonymous crash/analytics data is retained per the third-party provider’s policy (typically 14–26 months). We do not retain any location data.
9. Children’s Privacy
Al Quran – 16 Line Quran is appropriate for users of all ages, including children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us personal data, please contact us immediately and we will delete it without delay.
10. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect any data we process, including encrypted data in transit (TLS/HTTPS) and access-controlled server environments. However, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure. We encourage you to keep your iOS device and software updated for maximum security.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may be entitled to the following rights:
Access — request a copy of any personal data we hold
Correction — request correction of inaccurate data
Deletion — request erasure of your personal data
Withdraw Consent — revoke location or notification permissions at any time via iOS Settings
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email address below.
12. European Users (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or applicable local law. Our lawful basis for processing data is: legitimate interest (app functionality and crash analytics) and explicit consent (location access granted via iOS permission prompt). You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, the “Effective Date” at the top will be revised, and we will notify you via an in-app notice or App Store update notes. Your continued use of the App following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or privacy-related requests, please reach out to us:
MASHAL SOFT
Email: mashalsofths@gmail.com
Platform: Apple App Store (iOS / iPadOS)
بارك الله فيك — May Allah bless your recitation and make this App a sadaqah jariyah for all who use it. آمين