Terms of Service

Welcome to As-Sirat, your comprehensive Islamic companion application. Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the As-Sirat mobile application (the "Service") operated by the As-Sirat Development Team ("us", "we", or "our").

Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. About As-Sirat

As-Sirat is an Islamic application designed to help Muslims in their daily worship and spiritual journey. Our app provides:

• Accurate prayer times based on your location
• Athan (call to prayer) with authentic recitations
• Complete Holy Quran with translations and audio
• Qibla direction finder
• Islamic duas and dhikr
• Hadith collections
• Islamic calendar and important dates
• Educational content about Islam

All religious content is sourced from authentic Islamic sources and has been reviewed by qualified Islamic scholars.

2. User Responsibilities

By using As-Sirat, you agree to:

• Use the app for lawful and Islamic purposes only
• Respect the sacred nature of the Quranic text and Islamic content
• Not attempt to modify, copy, or redistribute the religious content without permission
• Maintain proper etiquette when using features like Quran recitation
• Verify prayer times with local Islamic authorities when needed
• Use location services responsibly for prayer times and Qibla direction

You acknowledge that while we strive for accuracy, you should consult local Islamic scholars for specific religious rulings.

3. Location and Notifications

As-Sirat uses your device's location to:

• Calculate accurate prayer times for your area
• Determine Qibla direction
• Provide location-based Islamic content

You can control location permissions through your device settings. For prayer time notifications:

• We schedule local notifications for prayer times
• Notifications work even when the app is closed
• You can customize notification settings and athan sounds
• Battery optimization settings may affect notification reliability

4. Religious Content Accuracy

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of:

• Quranic text and translations
• Hadith authenticity and sources
• Prayer time calculations
• Qibla direction accuracy
• Islamic dates and calendar information

However, users are encouraged to:

• Consult local mosques for community prayer times
• Verify important religious dates with local Islamic authorities
• Seek guidance from qualified scholars for specific religious questions

5. Intellectual Property

The As-Sirat app and its content are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws:

• Quranic text: Public domain, but our translations and audio may have specific licenses
• App design and code: Proprietary to As-Sirat Development Team
• Islamic content: Sourced from authentic references with proper attribution
• Audio recitations: Licensed from qualified reciters

You may not copy, modify, or redistribute app content without permission, except for personal use and sharing of Quranic verses for educational purposes.

6. Privacy and Data

We respect your privacy and handle your data according to Islamic principles:

• Location data is used only for prayer times and Qibla calculation
• We do not sell or share personal information
• App usage statistics may be collected to improve functionality
• No personal religious activities are tracked or stored
• You can delete app data through device settings

For detailed privacy information, please see our Privacy Policy.

7. App Updates and Changes

We regularly update As-Sirat to:

• Improve prayer time accuracy
• Add new Islamic content
• Fix bugs and enhance performance
• Update for new device compatibility

We reserve the right to modify these Terms with advance notice. Continued use of the app after updates constitutes acceptance of new terms.

8. Limitation of Liability

While we strive for excellence, As-Sirat is provided "as is":

• We are not liable for missed prayers due to technical issues
• Users should verify critical religious information independently
• The app supplements but does not replace Islamic education
• We are not responsible for device-specific functionality issues

In case of technical problems affecting worship, please contact us immediately.

9. Community Guidelines

As-Sirat promotes Islamic values and community respect:

• Use the app in accordance with Islamic teachings
• Respect the sacred nature of the content
• Report any technical issues that may affect worship
• Provide constructive feedback to help improve the app
• Share the app with fellow Muslims to benefit the community

10. Contact and Support