Terms & Conditions

1. Definitions

In these Terms & Conditions:

• "Company," "we," "us," or "our" refers to Qatru
• "Service" or "Services" refers to our mobile applications, websites, and digital platforms for Islamic education
• "User," "you," or "your" refers to the individual accessing or using our Services
• "Content" refers to all text, audio, video, images, and other materials available through our Services
• "Account" refers to your registered user account with our Services

2. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms & Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Qatru. By using our Services, you represent that:

• You are at least 13 years old, or have parental/guardian consent if under 18
• You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• All information you provide is accurate and truthful

3. Description of Services

3.1 Educational Services

Qatru provides digital platforms for:

• Translation projects of classical Arabic texts including Maqamat Hariri and similar literary works
• Community forums for learning discussions and scholarly exchanges
• Online learning library featuring translated texts and educational resources (coming soon)
• Multilingual translations (Arabic, English, Yoruba, and more)
• Access to classical Arabic literature and commentary

3.2 Service Availability

We strive to provide continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Technical difficulties or server issues
• Force majeure events beyond our control
• Legal or regulatory requirements

4. User Accounts and Registration

4.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

4.2 Account Termination

You may terminate your account at any time. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in prohibited activities.

5. User Conduct and Responsibilities

5.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our Services in a manner consistent with Islamic values and principles. You will:

• Respect the sacred nature of Quranic content and Islamic teachings
• Use the Services for legitimate educational purposes
• Treat other users with respect and courtesy
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Respect intellectual property rights

5.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Use the Services for any unlawful or fraudulent purposes
• Misrepresent Islamic teachings or spread misinformation
• Upload or share inappropriate, offensive, or harmful content
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or compromise our systems
• Violate the privacy or rights of other users
• Use automated tools to access or scrape our content
• Engage in spam, harassment, or abusive behavior
• Infringe on copyrights or other intellectual property rights

6. Content and Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Content

All content provided through our Services, including but not limited to:

• Translated texts of Maqamat Hariri and other classical Arabic works
• Educational articles, commentary, and scholarly resources
• Website platform, software, and user interfaces
• Graphics, images, and multimedia content

is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use this content for personal, educational purposes only.

6.2 User-Generated Content

When you submit content to our Services (such as forum posts, comments, or recordings), you:

• Retain ownership of your original content
• Grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content within our Services
• Represent that you have the right to share such content
• Agree that your content complies with these terms and Islamic principles

6.3 Content Respect and Academic Integrity

Given the scholarly nature of classical Arabic literature and Islamic heritage, you agree to:

• Handle all literary and scholarly content with appropriate respect
• Not use translated texts or content for commercial purposes without permission
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of translations and scholarly work
• Follow academic etiquette when sharing, citing, or discussing content
• Respect the intellectual contributions of translators and scholars

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Services, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

8. Payment Terms and Subscriptions

8.1 Free and Premium Services

We offer both free and premium features. Premium features may require payment through:

• One-time purchases
• Monthly or annual subscriptions
• In-app purchases

8.2 Payment Processing

Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. You agree to:

• Provide accurate payment information
• Pay all applicable fees and taxes
• Notify us of any payment disputes promptly

8.3 Refunds and Cancellations

Refund policies vary by platform (App Store, Google Play) and purchase type. Generally:

• Subscription cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period
• Refunds for digital content may be limited
• Contact us for specific refund requests

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 Educational Purpose Disclaimer

Our Services are provided for educational and scholarly purposes only. While we strive for accuracy in all translations and content:

• We recommend consulting qualified Arabic scholars for advanced linguistic guidance
• Our translations are interpretive works and may vary from other scholarly translations
• Users should cross-reference with authoritative sources and original Arabic texts
• We welcome scholarly feedback to improve translation accuracy

9.2 Service Disclaimers

Our Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Qatru shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Personal injury or property damage
• Emotional distress or other intangible losses
• Third-party claims or actions

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Qatru, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of our Services
• Your violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your user-generated content

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your use of our Services at any time by:

• Deleting your account through app settings
• Uninstalling our applications
• Contacting our support team

11.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Services immediately, without prior notice, if you:

• Violate these Terms & Conditions
• Engage in prohibited activities
• Fail to pay applicable fees
• Pose a security risk to our systems or other users

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use our Services ceases immediately
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Certain provisions of these terms will survive termination

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Lagos state, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

In keeping with Islamic principles of peaceful resolution, we encourage resolving disputes through:

• Direct communication and good faith negotiation
• Mediation by qualified Islamic arbitrators when appropriate
• Formal legal proceedings as a last resort

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. When we make changes:

• We will post the updated terms with a new effective date
• We will notify users of significant changes through our Services or email
• Continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms
• If you disagree with changes, you may terminate your account

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining terms remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on our Services, constitute the entire agreement between you and Qatru regarding your use of our Services.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us: