Privacy Policy
Mosque Compass · Effective May 29, 2026
Overview
Mosque Compass (“the App”) is an iOS app that shows the direction and distance to the nearest mosque, optional Qibla direction, and an optional link to open the mosque in Apple Maps.
We respect your privacy. The App is designed to use your location on your device to provide these features. We do not sell your personal data.
Information We Use
- Location — With your permission, the App accesses your device’s GPS location to find nearby mosques, calculate distance in feet, show compass direction, and compute Qibla bearing. Location is processed on your device.
- Device compass — With your permission, the App reads your device heading so the compass can point toward the mosque and Qibla.
- Mosque search — To find nearby mosques, the App sends search requests to Apple Maps (MapKit) using your approximate area. That search is handled by Apple’s services and is subject to Apple’s Privacy Policy.
What We Do Not Do
- We do not require an account or collect your name, email, or phone number in the App.
- We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
- We do not use third-party advertising or analytics SDKs in the App.
- We do not store your location on our own servers.
Data Storage
Your preferences (such as whether to show Qibla or the mosque address) are stored locally on your device only. We do not operate a backend database for the App.
Your Choices
You can deny or revoke location access at any time in Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services → Mosque Compass. Without location permission, core features of the App will not work.
Children’s Privacy
The App is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The “Effective” date at the top will reflect the latest version. Continued use of the App after changes means you accept the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, contact us at akifrafi@gmail.com or open an issue on GitHub.