Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 11, 2025

SDA Yazılım ("we", "us", or "our") operates the Ayet Bul mobile application (the "Service"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

Account Information: If you create an account using Google Sign-In, we collect:

• Your Google account email address
• Your Google profile name
• Your Google profile picture (if available)

Location Data: When you use the Qibla Finder feature, we collect:

• Approximate location (coarse location)
• Precise location (fine location) when you grant permission
• This data is used solely to determine prayer direction and is not stored on our servers

Information Automatically Collected

Device and Usage Information: We automatically collect:

• Device identifiers: Advertising ID, device model, operating system version
• App usage data: Features used, time spent in app, user interactions
• Performance data: Crash reports, diagnostic information, app errors
• Network information: Internet connection type and status

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

1. App Functionality

• Providing prayer times based on your location
• Determining Qibla direction
• Syncing your favorites and preferences across devices
• Managing your subscription and in-app purchases

2. Analytics and Improvement

• Understanding how users interact with our app
• Identifying and fixing bugs and crashes
• Improving app performance and user experience

3. Advertising

• Displaying personalized advertisements
• Measuring ad performance
• Providing relevant ad content

4. Communication

• Sending prayer time notifications
• Notifying you about religious days and events
• Providing app updates and important information

Third-Party Services

Our app uses the following third-party services that may collect information:

Google Services

• Google Play Services: Core Android functionality
• Firebase Analytics: Usage analytics and app performance
• Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reporting and diagnostics
• Firebase Authentication: User authentication via Google Sign-In
• Cloud Firestore: Data storage and synchronization
• Firebase Remote Config: App configuration management

Advertising

• Google AdMob: Displays advertisements in the app
  • Collects Advertising ID for personalized ads
  • You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We share your information with:

1. Google/Firebase: For analytics, crash reporting, authentication, and data storage
2. Advertising Partners: For displaying and measuring ad performance
3. Service Providers: Companies that help us operate and improve our Service

We do NOT:

• Sell your personal information to third parties
• Share your information for purposes other than those described in this policy
• Share your location data with any third party

Data Retention

• Account data: Retained until you delete your account
• Analytics data: Retained for up to 14 months
• Crash reports: Retained for up to 90 days
• Location data: Not stored; used only in real-time for Qibla direction

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

1. Access: Request a copy of your personal data
2. Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
3. Opt-out: Disable personalized advertising in your device settings
4. Location: Revoke location permissions in your device settings
5. Notifications: Disable notifications in app settings

How to Exercise Your Rights

• Email us at: ayetbul@sorsoyleyelim.com
• Delete your account through the app settings
• Adjust permissions in your device settings

Advertising ID and Personalized Ads

Our app collects your Advertising ID to show personalized ads. You can opt out:

Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

Location Data

We use your location only for:

• Calculating accurate prayer times for your area
• Determining Qibla direction

You can control location access:

Android: Settings > Apps > Ayet Bul > Permissions > Location

Account Deletion

You have the right to delete your account and all associated data at any time. To delete your account created with Google Sign-In:

Option 1: Delete via App

1. Open the Ayet Bul app
2. Go to Settings
3. Find the Google Account section
4. Tap on "Sign Out" button
5. Confirm the deletion in the dialog that appears
6. All your synced data (favorites, preferences, settings) will be permanently deleted from our servers

Option 2: Request Deletion via Email

If you prefer, you can request account deletion by sending an email to ayetbul@sorsoyleyelim.com with the subject "Account Deletion Request". Please include:

• Your Google account email address used in the app
• Confirmation that you want to delete all your data

We will process your request within 30 days and confirm the deletion via email.

What Gets Deleted

When you delete your account, the following data will be permanently removed:

• Your Google account association with our app
• All favorites and bookmarks
• App preferences and settings synced to the cloud
• Any other personal data stored in our database

Note: Local data stored on your device will remain until you uninstall the app. Analytics and crash report data may be retained for up to 90 days for legal and security purposes.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at ayetbul@sorsoyleyelim.com, and we will delete such information immediately.

Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending an in-app notification for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

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Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• Google Play's Data Safety requirements
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK)