Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Find My Qibla

Effective Date: April 16, 2025

Find My Qibla (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information when you use the Find My Qibla mobile application (“Service”).

By using the Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information:

We may collect personal information only if you contact us for support or feedback (such as your email address).

Usage Data:

We automatically collect information about your device and usage patterns, including device type, operating system, app version, and diagnostic data. This applies to all versions of our app, including widgets and the watchOS app.

Location Data:

With your permission, we use your device’s location to provide Qibla direction features. You can enable or disable location access at any time in your device settings.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

We and our third-party partners may use cookies and similar technologies to improve app performance, personalize content, and analyze usage. You can manage cookie preferences through your device or browser settings.

2. Google AdMob and Advertising

Our app uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob and its partners may collect and use device identifiers, cookies, and other information to serve personalized ads and analyze ad performance.

• Personalized Advertising: AdMob may use anonymous identifiers (such as your device’s advertising ID) to show you ads tailored to your interests.

• Data Collection:AdMob and its partners may collect information about your device, usage, and interactions with ads.

• Opt-Out: You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings or following the instructions at How Google uses data when you use our partners’ sites or apps.

• More Information: For details, please review the Google Privacy Policy.

3. Third-Party Links

Find My Qibla may include links to external websites or services, such as the Google AR Qibla Finder.

Please note:

When you access third-party sites or services from our app, your interactions are governed by their own privacy policies and practices. We are not responsible for the content, privacy, or security of any third-party websites or services.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the app’s features

• Improve user experience and app performance

• Respond to user inquiries and provide support

• Analyze app usage to enhance our Service

• Ensure security and prevent misuse

We do not sell your personal information.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (such as analytics or advertising partners) only to help us operate and improve the app. These providers are required to keep your data confidential and use it only for the services they provide to us.

We may disclose your information if required by law, to comply with legal obligations, or to protect the rights and safety of our users or others.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access, update, or delete your information

• Restrict or object to certain processing

• Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

9. Children’s Privacy

Find My Qibla is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the app and/or on our support website. Please review this policy periodically. Changes take effect when posted.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

findmyqibla@gmail.com or using Contact Form in the support page.

References:

• Google AdMob Privacy Policy Requirements

• Google Privacy Policy

• How Google uses data when you use our partners’ sites or apps