Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: January 17, 2026

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Qatru, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Islamic and Arabic learning applications and services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password when you create an account
  • Profile Information: Age, location, learning preferences, and Islamic education background
  • Contact Information: Email address, phone number (if provided)
  • Payment Information: Billing details for premium features (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

1.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use our services:

  • Reading Progress: Chapters viewed, texts accessed, bookmarks, and reading time
  • Website Usage: Features used, pages visited, time spent on site, navigation patterns
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser version, unique device identifiers
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, language preferences

1.3 Content and Community Data

For our forums and library features:

  • Forum Contributions: Posts, comments, replies, and discussions you create
  • Reading Materials: Bookmarks, notes, and annotations on translated texts
  • Community Interactions: Likes, shares, and engagement with other users' content

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Provision

  • Provide and maintain our translation projects and learning platform
  • Personalize your reading experience based on your preferences and interests
  • Sync your bookmarks and notes across multiple devices
  • Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries

2.2 Educational Enhancement

  • Track and analyze reading patterns to improve content recommendations
  • Recommend relevant texts and chapters based on your reading history
  • Generate reading statistics and engagement metrics
  • Improve translations and provide better scholarly resources

2.3 Communication

  • Send important updates about our services
  • Notify you about new translations, chapters, and educational content
  • Send forum activity notifications and discussion updates
  • Send promotional materials and newsletter (with your consent)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Cloud storage and data hosting
  • Payment processing
  • Analytics and app performance monitoring
  • Customer support services

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Legal processes, court orders, or government requests
  • Protecting our rights, property, or safety
  • Preventing fraud or security threats
  • Enforcing our Terms of Service

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

4. Data Security

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

  • Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
  • Secure Infrastructure: Use of reputable cloud service providers with robust security measures

5. Data Retention

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

  • Provide our services and maintain your account
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
  • Improve our services and user experience

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through our app settings or by contacting us.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access and review your personal information
  • Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Export your learning progress and data
  • Opt-out of promotional communications

6.2 Privacy Settings

Our apps provide privacy controls that allow you to:

  • Manage data sharing preferences
  • Control audio recording permissions
  • Adjust notification settings
  • Manage community participation

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are designed to be family-friendly and may be used by children under parental supervision. We take special care to protect children's privacy:

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
  • Parents can review and manage their child's account and data
  • We provide age-appropriate content and features
  • We comply with applicable children's privacy laws (COPPA, GDPR-K)

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

  • Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Certification schemes and codes of conduct

9. Third-Party Services

Our apps may integrate with third-party services such as:

  • Social media platforms for sharing achievements
  • Cloud storage services for data backup
  • Analytics services for app improvement
  • Payment processors for premium features

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

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

  • Notify you of significant changes through the app or email
  • Post the updated policy with a new effective date
  • Provide a summary of key changes when applicable

11. Contact Us

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

Get in Touch

Email: hello@qatru.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days.

Islamic Values in Privacy

As a company serving the Muslim community, we are committed to upholding Islamic principles of trust (Amanah), transparency, and respect for privacy. We believe that protecting your personal information is not just a legal obligation, but a moral responsibility that aligns with Islamic values of safeguarding others' rights and maintaining confidentiality.