Zakat Calculator
Privacy Policy
Zakat Calculator
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Zakat Calculator
Welcome to Zakat Calculator! We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
By using Zakat Calculator, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
When you create an account, we collect:
- **Name:** To personalize your experience
- **Email Address:** For account authentication and communication
- **Currency Preference:** To display amounts in your preferred currency
- **Country/Location:** Optional, for localization purposes
- All financial data is stored ONLY on your device.
- We cannot access your financial information.
**Important:** We do NOT collect:
- Bank account numbers
- Credit/debit card details
- Social Security numbers
- Any government-issued identification numbers
When you use our app, we automatically collect:
- **Device Information:** Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- **Usage Data:** Features used, time spent in app, crash reports
- **Log Data:** IP address, browser type, timestamps
When you sign in with Google:
- Google account ID (for authentication only)
- Email address
- Profile name
We use your information to:
- Calculate Zakat obligations based on Islamic principles
- Track Hawl (lunar year) completion
- Store and manage your asset information
- Generate Zakat reports
- Personalize greetings and interface
- Display amounts in your preferred currency
- Send Hawl completion notifications
- Authenticate your identity
- Prevent fraud and unauthorized access
- Monitor for security threats
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Respond to legal requests and prevent harm
Your data is stored securely using:
- **Google Firebase:** Industry-leading cloud infrastructure
- **Geographic Location:** Data centers in the United States and Europe
- **Encryption:** All data encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest (AES-256)
We implement multiple layers of security:
**Technical Safeguards:**
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- Encrypted database storage
- Secure authentication protocols
- Regular security audits
- Automated threat detection
**Access Controls:**
- User authentication required for all access
- Role-based access permissions
- Individual user data isolation
- No employee access to user data without authorization
**Infrastructure Security:**
- Google Cloud Platform's enterprise-grade security
- DDoS protection
- Automated backups
- Disaster recovery systems
- Active Accounts: Data retained indefinitely until you delete your account
- Inactive Accounts: We do NOT delete inactive accounts - your data is safe even if you don't login for a year
- Deleted Accounts: Data permanently deleted within 30 days of account deletion request
- Local Data: Stored on your device forever until you uninstall the app or delete your account
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
**We will NEVER sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.**
We use the following trusted third-party services:
**Firebase (Google LLC)**
- Purpose: Authentication, database, hosting
- Data Shared: Email, user ID, device information
- Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
**Google Sign-In (Google LLC)**
- Purpose: Authentication
- Data Shared: Email, name, profile picture
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
**Google Play Billing (Google LLC)**
- Purpose: Premium subscription processing
- Data Shared: Purchase information only
- Privacy Policy: https://payments.google.com/payments/apis-secure/get_legal_document
**Currency Exchange Rate API**
- Purpose: Real-time currency conversion
- Data Shared: None (anonymous API calls)
We may disclose your information if required by law:
- In response to valid court orders or subpoenas
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect our rights and safety
- To prevent fraud or illegal activities
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you via email and/or prominent notice in the app.
You have the right to:
- **Access:** View all your personal data
- **Update:** Modify your profile and preferences
- **Delete:** Remove specific assets or your entire account
- **Export:** Download your data in a portable format
**In-App:**
- Access settings to update your information
- Use "Delete Account" to remove all data
**Email Us:**
- Contact: zakatcalculatoros@gmail.com
- Response time: Within 7 business days
You can control:
- **Hawl Completion Alerts:** Enable/disable in settings
- **Email Notifications:** Opt-out via settings or email links
- **Push Notifications:** Control via device settings
Zakat Calculator is intended for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18.
If we discover we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it immediately.
If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us at: zakatcalculatoros@gmail.com
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States and European Union.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Adequacy decisions by regulatory authorities
- Compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws
**Essential Cookies:**
- Session management
- Authentication tokens
- User preferences
**Analytics:**
- Anonymous usage statistics
- Crash reports
- Performance monitoring
We do NOT use:
- Advertising cookies
- Social media pixels
- Cross-site tracking
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
**Right to Know:**
- What personal information we collect
- How we use it
- Whether we sell it (we don't)
**Right to Delete:**
- Request deletion of your personal information
**Right to Opt-Out:**
- Opt-out of sale of personal information (not applicable - we don't sell)
**Right to Non-Discrimination:**
- Equal service regardless of privacy choices
To exercise these rights: zakatcalculatoros@gmail.com
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR:
**Legal Basis for Processing:**
- **Consent:** For optional features
- **Contract:** To provide our services
- **Legitimate Interest:** To improve services and security
**Your Rights:**
- Right to access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
- Rights related to automated decision-making
**Data Protection Officer:**
Email: zakatcalculatoros@gmail.com
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are effective when posted.
**We will notify you of significant changes via:**
- In-app notification
- Email to your registered address
- Prominent notice on our website
**Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.**
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy:
**Email:** zakatcalculatoros@gmail.com
**Response Time:** Within 7 business days
In the unlikely event of a data breach:
- We will notify affected users within 72 hours
- Notification will include:
- What happened
- What data was affected
- What we're doing about it
- Steps you can take
- We will report to relevant authorities as required by law
**Zakat Calculation Disclaimer:**
This app provides calculations based on AAOIFI standards and common Islamic scholarly opinions. For specific fatawa (religious rulings) or complex situations, please consult a qualified Islamic scholar.
**Data Privacy in Islam:**
We recognize the Islamic principle of protecting personal information (حفظ الأسرار - hifẓ al-asrār). Your financial information is kept strictly confidential.
By using Zakat Calculator, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
**For questions or to exercise your rights, contact:**
zakatcalculatoros@gmail.com
**Last Updated:** March 3, 2026
**Version:** 1.0