Prayer Pause – Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 12, 2025

Prayer Pause ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use the Prayer Pause mobile application ("App") on Android devices. The App is designed to assist users in managing prayer times by enabling silent mode during salah, and offering premium features through in-app purchases. We aim to uphold the highest standards of privacy in alignment with Islamic values and applicable laws.

By 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 collect only the minimum data necessary to provide the App’s functionality and ensure a seamless user experience. The types of information we collect are:

1.1 Non-Personal Information

• Device Permissions Data:

  • Battery Optimization Exemption: We request exemption from battery optimization restrictions to ensure reliable scheduling of prayer time and vibrate mode triggers.

  • These permissions are used solely for the App’s core functionality and do not involve collecting personal data.

• App Usage Data:

  • We collect anonymized usage data, such as interaction with features (e.g., setting prayer times, enabling premium features), to improve the App’s performance and user experience.

  • This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally.

• Crash and Diagnostic Data:

  • We collect anonymized crash reports and diagnostic logs (e.g., via Android’s native crash reporting or logger in debug mode) to identify and fix technical issues.

  • No personally identifiable information is included in these reports.

1.2 Personal Information (Limited)

• In-App Purchase Data:

  • If you purchase premium features ( Lifetime Access), Google Play processes the transaction, and we receive limited transaction data, such as:

    • Purchase ID (unique identifier for the transaction).

    • Timestamp and status of the purchase (e.g., completed, canceled).

  • We do not collect or store payment details (e.g., credit card numbers), as these are handled securely by Google Play.

• User Preferences:

  • We store preferences you set in the App, such as prayer time schedules, notification settings, or premium feature toggles (e.g., unlimited prayer slots), locally on your device using shared_preferences.

  • This data is not transmitted to our servers or third parties unless required for purchase verification (see Section 3).

1.3 No Collection of Sensitive Personal Data

• We do not collect sensitive personal information, such as your name, email address, phone number, location, or biometric data, unless explicitly provided by you (e.g., in support inquiries).

• We do not use device identifiers (e.g., Advertising ID) for tracking or advertising purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely to provide, maintain, and enhance the App’s functionality, ensuring a reliable and spiritually enriching experience. Specific uses include:

• Providing Core Functionality:

  • Battery Optimization Exemption: To ensure timely vibrate mode triggers, even when the device is in low-power mode.

• Facilitating In-App Purchases:

  • To verify and activate premium features (e.g., unlimited prayer slots, custom prayer times) based on your purchase status (e.g., isSubscribed or isLifetimePremium stored via shared_preferences).

• Delivering Notifications:

  • To send in-app reminders or notifications for prayer times, as configured by you.

  • Notifications are managed locally on your device and do not involve external servers.

• Improving the App:

  • To analyze anonymized usage data (e.g., feature interactions) and crash reports to optimize performance, fix bugs, and enhance user experience.

• Responding to Support Requests:

  • If you contact us (e.g., via email), we use any provided information (e.g., email address, issue description) to address your inquiry and improve the App.

We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, or any purpose unrelated to the App’s functionality.

3. How We Share Your Information

We are committed to protecting your privacy and do not share, sell, or trade your personal data with third parties, except in the limited circumstances described below:

• Google Play Services:

  • In-app purchases are processed by Google Play’s Billing Library (com.android.billingclient:billing:5.0.0). Google Play handles payment processing and shares limited transaction data (e.g., purchase ID, product ID) with us to verify and activate your premium features.

  • Google’s privacy practices are governed by their own Privacy Policy.

• Legal Obligations:

  • We may disclose data if required by law, regulation, or legal process (e.g., court order, government request) in the jurisdictions where the App is available (e.g., India, global markets).

  • We will notify you of such requests unless prohibited by law.

• Service Providers:

  • We may engage trusted third-party service providers (e.g., crash reporting tools) to perform technical functions, such as analyzing anonymized diagnostic data.

  • These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and process data only on our behalf, without retaining or using it for other purposes.

We do not share your data with advertisers, marketers, or any parties unrelated to the App’s operation.

4. Data Security

We prioritize the security of your information and implement industry-standard measures to protect it:

• Local Storage:

  • User preferences (e.g., prayer times, premium status) are stored securely on your device using shared_preferences, accessible only to the App.

• Encryption:

  • Any data transmitted to Google Play for in-app purchases is encrypted using secure protocols (e.g., HTTPS) managed by Google’s Billing Library.

• Access Controls:

  • Only authorized personnel (if applicable) have access to anonymized diagnostic data, and no personal data is stored on external servers.

• No External Servers:

  • The App operates primarily offline, with no reliance on cloud storage for user data, minimizing exposure to breaches.

• Regular Updates:

  • We maintain the App with the latest security patches (e.g., Flutter, in_app_purchase: ^3.2.1) to address vulnerabilities.

Despite these measures, no system is completely secure. In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected users promptly and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable laws.

5. No Ads Policy

Prayer Pause is completely ad-free. We do not display advertisements, use ad networks, or collect data for advertising purposes. Our revenue comes solely from in-app purchases, ensuring an uninterrupted and distraction-free experience during your salah and spiritual practice.

6. Your Privacy Rights

We respect your rights to control your personal information. Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., EU/EEA under GDPR, California under CCPA, India under DPDP Act 2023), you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you (e.g., purchase transaction IDs).

• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (e.g., purchase records, support inquiry details), subject to legal obligations.

• Objection: Object to certain data processing (not applicable, as we don’t process data for marketing).

• Portability: Request a portable copy of your data in a structured format (e.g., CSV of purchase records).

• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing (e.g., stop notifications by disabling them in the App).

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@prayerpause.com or via the contact details in Section 8. We will respond within the legally required timeframe (e.g., 30 days under GDPR, 45 days under CCPA, one month under DPDP Act). No fee is required, but we may charge for excessive or repetitive requests where permitted by law.

If you’re in the EU/EEA, you may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (e.g., Information Commissioner’s Office in the UK). In India, you can approach the Data Protection Board under the DPDP Act once established.

7. International Data Transfers

Prayer Pause is available globally, and in-app purchase data is processed by Google Play, which may involve servers outside your country (e.g., US, Ireland). Google complies with international data transfer frameworks (e.g., EU-US Data Privacy Framework) to ensure adequate protection Web: Google Privacy Policy.

We do not store or transfer user data ourselves, as preferences are kept locally, and purchase data is managed by Google Play. If you have concerns about international transfers, contact us as outlined in Section 8.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: mohammedyaseen.seenstv@gmail.com

• Physical Address:
  Mohammed Yaseen
  Teachers Colony,
  Bengaluru, Karnataka 560078
  India 

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 7 business days. For urgent privacy concerns, please mark your email as “Privacy Request.”

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or App functionality (e.g., new features). Significant changes will be communicated via:

• An in-app notification or pop-up when you open the App.

• An email to users who have contacted us (if we have your email).

• An updated “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy.

The latest version will be available in the App and on our website (if applicable, e.g., [www.prayerpause.com/privacy]). Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. If you do not agree, you may uninstall the App and request data deletion (see Section 6).

10. Additional Information

10.1 Children’s Privacy

Prayer Pause is not directed at children under 13 (or equivalent age under local laws, e.g., 18 in India for certain data processing under DPDP Act). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided data, contact us to request deletion.

10.2 Third-Party Links

The App does not contain links to third-party websites or services, except for Google Play’s payment processing. Any future links will be clearly disclosed, and we are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

10.3 Compliance with Laws

We comply with applicable privacy laws, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU/EEA).

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) (California, USA).

• Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act) 2023 (India).

• Other regional regulations where the App is distributed.

If you’re in a jurisdiction with specific requirements, contact us to discuss your rights.

11. About Prayer Pause

Prayer Pause is developed by Mohammed Yaseen, an independent developer based in Bengaluru, India. Our mission is to support the Muslim community by providing tools to enhance salah and spiritual practice, with a commitment to privacy, transparency, and user trust.

Thank you for choosing Prayer Pause. May Allah SWT accept your prayers and make this App a source of blessings. Ameen.