Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Қуръон бо Тафсири Осонбаён (Quran with Easy Commentary), a comprehensive mobile application designed to help users read, understand, and study the Holy Quran in Tajik language. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This app is designed with privacy-first principles, collecting minimal data necessary for functionality.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Local Data Storage

Our app stores the following data locally on your device:

• User Preferences: App settings, theme preferences, font sizes, language settings
• Bookmarks: Verses you have bookmarked for easy access
• Reading Progress: Last read surah and verse position
• Search History: Recent search queries (stored locally only)
• Tasbeeh Counters: Your dhikr counting progress
• Audio Settings: Reciter preferences and audio playback settings
• Image Download Permissions: Your choice regarding image downloads

2.2 Generated User ID

We generate a unique, anonymous user ID (e.g., "user_1234567890") to:

• Associate your bookmarks and preferences with your device
• Maintain your reading progress across app sessions
• Provide personalized app experience

This ID is completely anonymous and contains no personal information.

2.3 No Personal Information Collected

We do NOT collect:

• Your name, email address, or phone number
• Location data or GPS coordinates
• Contact lists or device contacts
• Photos or media files from your device
• Biometric data or device identifiers
• Any personally identifiable information

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Local Functionality

All collected data is used exclusively for:

• Providing Quran reading and study features
• Maintaining your bookmarks and reading progress
• Remembering your app preferences and settings
• Enabling offline functionality
• Improving your user experience within the app

3.2 External Services

Our app connects to the following external services:

• AlQuran Cloud API: For Quranic audio recitations
• Supabase: For Quranic text and translations
• Google Cloud Storage: For Islamic images (with permission)

These connections are made anonymously and do not transmit your personal data.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

All your data is stored locally on your device using:

• SQLite Database: For bookmarks and structured data
• Hive Database: For app settings and preferences
• SharedPreferences: For simple key-value storage

4.2 Data Security

We implement the following security measures:

• All data is encrypted at rest on your device
• No data is transmitted to external servers without your explicit consent
• Anonymous user IDs are generated locally and never shared
• Image downloads require explicit user permission

5. Permissions We Request

5.1 Android Permissions

• INTERNET: To download Quranic audio and text updates
• WAKE_LOCK: To continue audio playback when screen is off
• FOREGROUND_SERVICE: For background audio playback
• WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: To save downloaded audio files
• READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: To access saved audio files

5.2 iOS Permissions

• Audio Background Mode: For continuous audio playback
• Network Access: For downloading Quranic content

6. Third-Party Services

6.1 External APIs

Our app uses these third-party services:

• AlQuran Cloud API: Provides Quranic audio recitations
• Supabase: Provides Quranic text and Tajik translations
• Google Cloud Storage: Hosts Islamic educational images

6.2 Data Sharing

We do NOT share your personal data with third parties. Any data transmitted to external services is:

• Anonymous and non-identifiable
• Limited to Quranic content requests
• Not linked to your personal information

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Data Control

You have complete control over your data:

• Delete Bookmarks: Remove bookmarks individually or all at once
• Clear Search History: Remove all search history
• Reset App Data: Clear all local data and start fresh
• Image Downloads: Control whether images are downloaded

7.2 App Uninstallation

When you uninstall the app, all your local data is automatically deleted from your device.

8. Children's Privacy

Our app is suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since we don't collect personal information from any users, this policy applies equally to all age groups.

9. Data Retention

Your data is retained only as long as:

• You continue to use the app
• The app remains installed on your device
• You choose to keep your bookmarks and preferences

You can delete your data at any time through the app settings or by uninstalling the app.

10. International Users

This app is designed for Tajik-speaking users worldwide. All data processing occurs locally on your device, ensuring compliance with international privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regional privacy regulations.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Including a notice in the app for significant changes

12. Contact Information