PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: April 18, 2026

At Dhikr Lock, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how Slink Solutions Ltd ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, and safeguards your data when you use our app.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

User Identifier: A unique, anonymous user ID generated when you first install the app
Username: The name you provide during onboarding (stored locally on your device)
Email for support or subscribe to our services
Location Data: Your geographical coordinates when you enable prayer time notifications, used solely to calculate accurate prayer times for your location

1.2 Spiritual Activity Data

Quran Reading Progress: Verses you've read, reading sessions, and progress tracking
Favorite Verses: Quran passages you mark as favorites
Tasbih Counts: Your dhikr counter data and tasbih sessions
Practice Mode Activity: Your engagement with practice reading features
Session History: Records of your spiritual activities and unlock events

1.3 App Usage Data

Installation Date: When you first installed the app
Onboarding Completion: Whether and when you completed onboarding
Session Information: Session duration, frequency of app opens, and time spent in the app
Feature Usage: Which features you access (Quran reading, tasbih, prayer times, settings)
Screen Time Interactions: Apps you've selected to lock and unlock events (this data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers)
Daily Usage Patterns: App open frequency for retention tracking
Subscription Information: Your subscription status, plan type (weekly/yearly), and subscription events

1.4 Device Information

Device Type: The model of your device (e.g., iPhone 14)
Operating System: iOS version you're using
App Version: The version of Dhikr Lock you have installed
Error Logs: Information about crashes or errors encountered

1.5 Notification Preferences

Prayer Time Settings: Which prayer times you want to be notified about
Notification Enablement: Whether you've enabled various notification types
Progress Notification Preferences: Your settings for milestone and encouragement notifications

2. How We Collect Your Information

We collect information through:

Direct Input: Information you provide during onboarding and app configuration
Automatic Collection: Analytics data collected as you use the app
Device Permissions: Data accessed through permissions you grant (location, notifications, Screen Time)
iCloud Sync: If you enable iCloud synchronization, your app preferences and progress data sync across your Apple devices

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

3.1 Provide Core Functionality

Enable the lock screen feature to help you engage in spiritual practices
Calculate accurate prayer times based on your location
Track and display your Quran reading progress
Synchronize your data across devices via iCloud (if enabled)
Save your favorites and tasbih counts
Deliver prayer time notifications and progress reminders

3.2 Improve the App

Analyze app usage patterns to improve features and user experience
Identify and fix bugs and technical issues
Understand which features are most valuable to users
Optimize app performance and loading times

3.3 Communicate with You

Send prayer time notifications
Provide progress milestone celebrations and encouragement
Notify you about subscription renewals
Inform you of important app updates or changes
Respond to your support requests and feedback

3.4 Analytics and Research

Track user retention and engagement metrics
Measure the effectiveness of features
Generate anonymized, aggregated statistics about app usage
Conduct A/B testing to improve user experience

3.5 Subscription Management

Process and manage your subscription through Apple's App Store
Track subscription status and plan type
Send upgrade reminders for weekly subscribers

4. Data Storage and Retention

4.1 Local Storage

Most of your personal data is stored locally on your device, including:

Your username and preferences
Quran reading progress and favorites
Tasbih session history
Selected apps for Screen Time restrictions
Unlock duration settings

4.2 Cloud Storage

If you enable iCloud sync:

Your app settings and preferences are stored in your personal iCloud account
We do not have access to your iCloud data; it is controlled by Apple's iCloud service

4.3 Analytics Storage

Anonymous analytics data is transmitted to Firebase Analytics, a service provided by Google
This data is retained according to Firebase Analytics' data retention policies
We use this data to improve app functionality and user experience

4.4 Retention Period

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

Active Users: Data is retained while you actively use the app
Inactive Users: Analytics data may be retained in anonymized, aggregated form for statistical purposes
Deleted App: When you delete the app, locally stored data is removed from your device
Account Deletion Requests: If you request data deletion, we will remove any identifiable data we control within 30 days

5. Third-Party Services

Dhikr Lock integrates with the following third-party services:

5.1 Firebase Analytics (Google)

Purpose: Collect anonymized usage analytics to improve the app
Data Collected: User ID, device information, app usage patterns, session data
Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5.2 Apple Services

Screen Time API: Used to restrict app access; data stays on your device
iCloud: Optional sync of your preferences and progress across devices
App Store: Subscription and payment processing
Push Notifications: Delivery of prayer time and progress notifications
Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

5.3 Prayer Time Calculation Services

Purpose: Calculate accurate prayer times based on your location
Data Shared: Your geographical coordinates (latitude/longitude)
Location data is used solely for prayer time calculations and is not stored on external servers

These third-party services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your data. We recommend reviewing their policies.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may disclose your information only in the following limited circumstances:

6.1 Legal Requirements

To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
To respond to lawful requests from government authorities
To enforce our Terms of Service

6.2 Protection of Rights

To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
To protect the rights, privacy, safety, or property of our users or others
To detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical issues

6.3 Business Transfers

In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity

6.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing

7. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

Encryption: Sensitive data transmissions use industry-standard encryption
Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
Secure Storage: Local data storage uses iOS security features
Regular Updates: We maintain and update security measures to address emerging threats

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 Right to Access

You can request a copy of the personal data we have about you by contacting us at dhikrlockapp@gmail.com.

8.2 Right to Correction

You can correct your username and preferences directly within the app's settings. For other corrections, contact us at dhikrlockapp@gmail.com.

8.3 Right to Deletion

You can request that we delete your personal information by:

Deleting the app from your device (removes locally stored data)
Contacting us at dhikrlockapp@gmail.com to request deletion of analytics data associated with your user ID

8.4 Right to Opt-Out

Location Services: Disable location access in your device settings (note: this will prevent prayer time calculations)
Notifications: Disable notifications in the app settings or device settings
Analytics: While we don't currently offer an opt-out for analytics, the data collected is anonymous and cannot be linked to your identity
iCloud Sync: Disable iCloud sync in the app settings

8.5 Right to Data Portability

Your Quran reading progress, favorites, and session history are stored locally on your device and can be exported by enabling iCloud sync or by contacting us for assistance.

8.6 Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or UK, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

9. International Data Transfers

Dhikr Lock is operated from the United Kingdom. If you use the app from outside the UK, your information may be transferred to and processed in the UK or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the app, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

10. Children's Privacy

Dhikr Lock is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, we will:

Delete the information immediately
Terminate the child's access to the app
Notify parents or guardians if possible

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at dhikrlockapp@gmail.com.

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
Right to request deletion of your personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at dhikrlockapp@gmail.com.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or UK, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent: When you grant permission for location access, notifications, or analytics
Contract Performance: To provide the app services you've subscribed to
Legitimate Interests: To improve the app, prevent fraud, and ensure security

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your device settings or contacting us.

13. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers and devices offer "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no industry standard for how to handle them. We collect minimal data necessary for app functionality and improvement.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or app features. When we make material changes, we will:

Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
For significant changes, we may require you to review and accept the updated policy

Your continued use of the app after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

15. Contact Us

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

Email: dhikrlockapp@gmail.com
Company: Slink Solutions Ltd
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 14 business days

For data subject access requests, deletion requests, or other privacy-related inquiries, please include "Privacy Request" in the subject line to ensure prompt handling.

Last Updated: April 18, 2026