Grant location permission when prompted.
Wait for GPS to determine your location (usually a few seconds).
Prayer times appear automatically.
The app needs location access to calculate accurate prayer times.
If location isn't working:
Check Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services
Ensure Location Services is enabled
Verify SalatTimes has "While Using the App" or "Always" permission
Try moving to an area with better GPS signal
Uses GPS coordinates and astronomical calculations.
Works offline after location is determined.
Method: Shafi/Maliki (Asr shadow ratio 1.0)
Fajr: 18° angle method
Isha: 17° angle method
Tap any prayer name in the app to see a brief explanation.
Different calculation methods (angles, shadow ratios, madhabs)
SalatTimes uses 18° for Fajr and 17° for Isha (Muslim World League method)
Asr uses Shafi/Maliki method (shadow ratio 1.0)
Times are approximations and can vary by location, season, and altitude
Each prayer has a start time and a window end time.
You can pray anytime within the window.
Tap the checkmark circle next to any prayer time.
Completed prayers show a green checkmark.
A circular progress indicator at the bottom shows completed prayers (X/5).
When all 5 prayers are completed, you'll see "تقبل الله صلواتك" (May Allah accept your prayers).
Completion status resets daily at Islamic midnight (midpoint between Maghrib and next Fajr).
Go to the Settings tab.
Toggle "Daily salat reminders" ON.
Grant notification permission when prompted.
Prayer notification: sent at each prayer time.
Window reminder: sent 30 minutes before the prayer window closes (if not yet marked as prayed).
When a notification appears, tap and hold to select "Prayed" to mark it as completed.
Works from the lock screen and notification center.
Check Settings > Notifications > SalatTimes
Ensure "Allow Notifications" is enabled
Check that "Lock Screen", "Notification Center", and "Banners" are enabled
Verify the app's notification toggle is ON in Settings
Open the Qiblah tab.
Hold your device flat.
The compass arrow points toward the Kaaba.
Rotate your device to align with the arrow.
Ensure Location Services is enabled.
Calibrate your device's compass by moving it in a figure-8 motion.
Avoid magnetic interference (metal objects, electronics).
The compass activates only when viewing the Qiblah tab to save battery.
Check location permission in Settings.
Ensure GPS is enabled.
Try moving to an area with better GPS signal.
Force quit and reopen the app.
Prayer times are calculated based on your exact GPS location.
If you've moved, the app will update automatically.
Times update every minute.
For high-latitude locations, the app uses special adjustments.
Force quit and reopen the app.
Restart your device.
Ensure you're running the latest iOS version.
If issues persist, contact support.
The app uses GPS only when needed.
The Qiblah compass activates only when viewing that tab.
Notifications are lightweight.
If battery usage is high, check other apps or device settings.
Location data (GPS coordinates) — used only for prayer time calculations
No personal information is collected
No data is sent to external servers
All calculations are performed locally on your device
Location is used only for prayer time calculations
No location data is stored or transmitted
You can revoke location access anytime in iOS Settings
Yes. After the initial location fix, the app works completely offline. All calculations are performed locally on your device.
Prayer times depend on your exact geographic coordinates (latitude/longitude). The app uses GPS to determine your location and calculate accurate times.
Currently, the app uses the Shafi/Maliki method with 18° for Fajr and 17° for Isha. This is the standard configuration and cannot be changed in the current version.
No. Prayer completion data is stored locally on your device only. It is not synced across devices or backed up to iCloud.
Sunrise is shown for reference and marks the end of Fajr's prayer window. It is not a prayer time itself.
Yes. The Fajr time shown is when fasting begins. However, always consult with your local mosque or Islamic authority for official Ramadan timings.
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Device model and iOS version
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SalatTimes is designed and maintained by Javed. The app is free to use and focuses on privacy, accuracy, and ease of use.
Prayer time calculations based on astronomical models
Qiblah direction calculated using great circle distance formulas
Built with SwiftUI for a native iOS experience
Current Version: 1.0 Last Updated: Nov. 12, 2025 Minimum iOS Version: iOS 17.0+