Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

At MuzlimBuzz, we are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with Islamic principles of trust (amanah) and confidentiality. We collect minimal information necessary to provide our services effectively.

Information You Provide

• Contact Information: When you contact us, we collect your name and email address
• Feedback and Communications: Messages, suggestions, and feedback you send to us
• Location Data: Only when you explicitly allow it for prayer times and Qibla direction

Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, and general usage patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device characteristics
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring websites

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely to improve our service and support the Muslim community:

• Service Provision: To provide accurate prayer times, Qibla direction, and Islamic content
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Service Improvement: To understand how our platform is used and make improvements
• Content Personalization: To provide relevant Islamic content based on your location and preferences
• Technical Maintenance: To ensure our website functions properly and securely

We do not:

• Sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes
• Use your information for commercial advertising
• Track your personal religious practices or spiritual activities
• Share your data with non-Islamic organizations without your consent

3. Islamic Principles in Data Handling

Our approach to privacy is guided by Islamic values:

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
• Access Control: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: We regularly update our security measures and systems
• Data Minimization: We collect and store only the information necessary for our services

Your data is stored securely and we retain it only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

• Required for basic website functionality
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

Analytics Cookies

• Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Allow us to improve our content and user experience
• Provide aggregate, non-personal statistics

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services to enhance our platform:

• Prayer Time Calculations: Astronomical calculation services for accurate prayer times
• Content Delivery: Services to ensure fast and reliable content delivery
• Analytics: Privacy-focused analytics to understand website usage

We carefully select third-party services that align with our privacy standards and Islamic values. We do not share personal information with these services unless necessary for functionality.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain uses of your personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section.

8. Children's Privacy

MuzlimBuzz is designed to be family-friendly and suitable for all ages. However:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• Parents and guardians should supervise children's internet usage
• If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly
• We encourage parents to teach children about online privacy and safety

9. International Users

MuzlimBuzz serves the global Muslim community. If you are accessing our service from outside Singapore:

• Your information may be transferred to and processed in Singapore
• We ensure appropriate safeguards for international data transfers
• We comply with applicable international privacy laws
• Local prayer times and Islamic calendar dates are calculated based on your location

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements:

• We will notify users of significant changes through our website
• The "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly
• Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance
• We encourage periodic review of this policy

11. Contact Us

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

We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and in accordance with Islamic principles of justice and fairness.