Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how ImanBytes ("we", "our", or "the app") handles information when you use our Islamic mobile application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

ImanBytes may collect minimal technical information automatically for the purpose of app functionality and improvement:

• Network Information: Network connection status to ensure proper content delivery
• App Analytics: App version, crash reports, and diagnostic data via Google Play Services
• Installation Data: App installation source information via Play Install Referrer API

Permissions Used

Our app requires the following permissions to function properly:

Advertising ID Permission

Used to display relevant advertisements through Google AdMob. This helps us keep the app free for all users while generating revenue to maintain and improve the app.

Run Foreground Service

Allows the app to run in the background to provide prayer time notifications and continue Quran audio playback even when you're using other apps.

Full Network Access

Required to download Quran translations, audio recitations, prayer time data, and display advertisements.

View Network Connections

Checks internet availability before attempting to download content, ensuring a smooth user experience.

Prevent Phone from Sleeping

Ensures uninterrupted Quran audio playback during recitation sessions.

Play Install Referrer API

Measures app installation sources to understand how users discover our app and optimize our outreach efforts.

Access to AdID API

Enables personalized advertising functionality to show relevant ads while respecting user privacy.

Access AdServices Attribution APIs

Analyzes advertising campaign effectiveness to improve our marketing and user acquisition strategies.

Google Play License Check

Verifies legitimate app installation from Google Play Store and prevents unauthorized distribution.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide Ramadan calendar with precise Iftar and Sehri times
• Play Quran verses with translations and audio recitations
• Display relevant advertisements to support the free app
• Improve app performance and fix technical issues
• Measure and optimize advertising effectiveness
• Prevent unauthorized use and piracy

Data Storage and Security

Your privacy and security are important to us:

• All Quran content, prayers, and user preferences are stored locally on your device.
• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect data transmission if any.
• No personal data is sold to third parties.

Third-Party Services

ImanBytes uses the following third-party services:

Google AdMob

For displaying advertisements that support our free app. AdMob may collect device information and advertising IDs. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Google Play Services

For app distribution, analytics, and license verification. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Prayer Time APIs

For accurate Islamic prayer time calculations based on astronomical data.

Advertisements

Our app displays advertisements through Google AdMob to keep the app free. These ads may be personalized based on your advertising ID. You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings under "Ads" or "Google Settings".

Children's Privacy

ImanBytes does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Our app is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will delete it immediately.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Request deletion of your data (Currently we are not storing any personal data)
• Uninstall the app at any time

Data Retention

Technical analytics and crash reports are retained by Google Play Services according to their policies. Advertising data is managed by Google AdMob according to their retention policies. All locally stored data is deleted when you uninstall the app.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be:

• Reflected in the "Last Updated" date above
• Announced in app update notes only if significant

Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• Google Play Store policies and requirements
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Bangladesh Digital Security Act
• Other applicable international privacy laws