Effective Date: May 5, 2026
Last Updated: May 5, 2026
Minara is a smart digital platform that connects masjids with their community by simplifying communication, managing masjid related acivities, and providing essential features like prayer times, Qibla direction, and announcements—all in one place.
At Minara, ("we", "us", or "our") are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "Minara App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.
We collect information that you provide directly to us or through the App’s features:
Your data is stored securely using Firebase (by Google). We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. Your information is shared only with:
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information.
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Minara. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of such third-party sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit before providing any personal information.
Our App is intended for a general audience and is not specifically directed toward children under the age of 10. We do not knowingly collect, store, or process personal information from children under 10 years of age. If we become aware that such information has been collected without verified parental consent, we will take appropriate steps to delete that information from our systems as soon as possible.
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date". You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, your personal data will be removed or anonymized from our systems.
Minara requires access to your location to identify nearby mosques, display accurate mosque locations, and provide location-based services relevant to your community. Location data is used solely to improve the user experience and is not shared with third parties.
We may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze usage patterns. These technologies help us understand how users interact with the app and improve our services. You can choose to disable cookies through your device settings.
To ensure accuracy in official documents such as marriage certificates, the Minara App may require users to enter their name exactly as it appears on their Aadhaar card or other government-issued identification. This information is used solely for the purpose of generating accurate and verifiable certificates.
We do not collect, store, or process sensitive Aadhaar details such as Aadhaar numbers, biometric data, or any government-issued identification numbers. Only the user-provided name and relevant details required for certificate generation are used within the app.
Users are responsible for providing accurate information. Minara is not responsible for errors in certificates resulting from incorrect or mismatched user input.
Minara (referred to as "we", "us", or "our") is the Data Fiduciary under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act). This section outlines your rights and our obligations under Indian data protection law.
Consent: By using the Minara App, you provide explicit, informed, and freely given consent for the collection, processing, and storage of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or by deleting your account through the app's Profile section.
Purpose Limitation: Your personal data is collected and processed solely for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy — managing masjid subscriptions, donations, member communications, and generating certificates. We do not process your data for any purpose incompatible with these stated purposes.
Data Minimization: We collect only the personal data that is necessary and proportionate for the purposes for which it is processed. We do not collect excessive or irrelevant data.
Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the erasure of your personal data at any time. You can permanently delete your account directly from the "Danger Zone" section in the Profile screen. Upon deletion, your personal data will be removed or anonymized from our systems.
Right to Grievance Redressal: In accordance with the DPDP Act, 2023, you have the right to grievance redressal. Any grievances regarding the processing of your personal data may be directed to our Grievance Officer at: connect@minaraapp.in
Data Retention: We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. When you delete your account, your personal data is removed or anonymized.
Cross-Border Data Transfer: Your data is stored using Firebase (by Google), which may involve servers located outside India. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data in accordance with the DPDP Act, 2023.
Governing Law: This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Indian courts.
Email: connect@minaraapp.in
Website: https://minaraapp.in