Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Ayahfinder. This Privacy Policy explains how Ibrahim Doba ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use the Ayahfinder mobile application (the "App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in an open and transparent manner.

By using Ayahfinder, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Audio Recordings

When you use the audio recognition feature, we temporarily capture and process audio recordings of Quran recitations. These audio files are:

• Sent to our cloud servers for identification purposes
• Processed immediately and deleted after identification is complete
• Not stored permanently on our servers
• Not used for any purpose other than identifying the Quranic verse

2.2 User Account Information

If you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Username
• Password (encrypted and securely stored)
• Profile preferences and settings
• Bookmarked Ayahs and favorites

2.3 Usage Analytics

We collect analytics data to improve the App's performance and user experience, including:

• App usage statistics (features used, session duration)
• Device information (device type, operating system version)
• Crash reports and error logs
• Performance metrics

2.4 Automatic Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the App:

• IP address
• Device identifiers
• App version
• Time zone and language settings

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain the audio recognition functionality
• To create and manage your user account
• To sync your bookmarks and preferences across devices
• To analyze and improve App performance and features
• To fix bugs and resolve technical issues
• To communicate with you about updates and new features
• To process in-app purchases and premium subscriptions
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

4.1 Analytics Services

We use Firebase Analytics and Google Analytics to understand how users interact with the App. These services may collect device information, usage data, and crash reports.

4.2 Cloud Services

Audio recordings are processed using cloud-based servers for identification. These services are bound by strict data processing agreements and do not store or use your audio beyond the identification process.

4.3 Payment Processing

In-app purchases are processed through Apple App Store and Google Play Store. We do not store your payment information. Please review their respective privacy policies for more information.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Secure storage of passwords using industry-standard hashing
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
• Immediate deletion of temporary audio recordings after processing

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary:

• Audio recordings: Deleted immediately after identification (typically within seconds)
• Account data: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion
• Analytics data: Retained for up to 26 months
• Crash reports: Retained for up to 90 days

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Opt-out: Opt out of analytics and marketing communications
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@getayahfinder.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Ayahfinder is intended for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Nigeria. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

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

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Nigeria. Any disputes arising from this policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Nigeria.