Privacy Policy

 

Ulamat (“we”, “us”, “our”) is an Islamic, scholar-based social platform designed to provide a safe, halal, and beneficial digital environment for Muslims worldwide. Protecting your privacy is a core part of our mission, and we are committed to handling your information with transparency, care, and full respect for Islamic ethics and global data-protection standards.

 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use Ulamat, including our website, mobile app, and related services.

 

1. Information We Collect

 

We collect information to provide a secure, personalized, and high-quality user experience.

 

1.1 Personal Information

 

When you create an account or interact on Ulamat, we may collect:

 

* Full name

* Email address

* Phone number (optional)

* Profile photo

* Gender (optional)

* Country/region

* Scholar verification documents (for scholars only)

 

1.2 Usage Information

 

We automatically collect data about how you use Ulamat, including:

 

* Login times

* Page views

* Content you interact with

* Search queries

* Messages (encrypted in transit)

* Device type, browser, IP address

 

1.3 Content You Share

 

Any posts, photos, videos, comments, questions, or other content submitted to Ulamat.

 

1.4 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

 

We use cookies to:

 

* Keep you logged in

* Improve performance

* Personalize content

* Prevent fraud and abuse

 

You can disable cookies anytime from your browser settings.

 

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# 2. How We Use Your Information

 

We use your information only for lawful, beneficial, and halal purposes, including:

 

#2.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

 

* Account creation and authentication

* Community features (posts, comments, groups, Q&A)

* Scholar–user communication

* App performance improvements

 

#2.2 To Ensure Safety & Islamically Compliant Content

 

* Detect and prevent harassment, fraud, or harmful activities

* Maintain a halal and respectful environment

* Enforce community guidelines and Sharia-aligned rules

 

#2.3 To Personalize Your Experience

 

* Recommended content

* Suggested scholars, users, or communities

* Personalized dashboards

 

#2.4 To Communicate With You

 

* Important notifications

* Security alerts

* Service updates

 

We do NOT send unnecessary promotional messages.

 

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# 3. Information We Do NOT Collect

 

As an Islamic platform, Ulamat:

 

* Does not track your activity across other websites

* Does not collect unnecessary sensitive personal data

* Does not sell or trade your personal information

* Does not store private messages for advertising or profiling

 

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# 4. How We Share Your Information

 

We may share limited information only when necessary , such as:

 

#4.1 Trusted Service Providers

 

For hosting, security, analytics, or system maintenance.

 

#4.2 Legal Requirements

 

If required by applicable laws or to protect the safety of users.

 

#4.3 With Your Permission

 

If you choose to link external services, share content publicly, or join scholar sessions.

 

We never sell user data. Ever.

 

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# 5. Halal & Ethical Data Handling

 

Ulamat follows Islamic ethical principles in data handling:

 

* No misuse, exploitation, or unauthorized access

* Transparency and honesty in all data practices

* Respect for user dignity and privacy (Haya & Amanah)

* No haram content, profiling, or manipulation

 

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# 6. Data Security

 

We use industry-grade protections:

 

* End-to-end transport encryption

* Advanced firewall and intrusion prevention

* Secure data centers

* Regular security audits

 

While no platform is 100% immune, we work continuously to safeguard your privacy.

 

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# 7. Data Retention

 

We retain your information only as long as necessary for:

 

* Account use

* Legal obligations

* Community safety

 

You may request data deletion at any time.

 

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# 8. Your Rights

 

Depending on your region, you may have rights such as:

 

* Accessing your data

* Updating inaccurate data

* Deleting your account

* Requesting a copy of your information

 

We respond to all requests respectfully and promptly.

 

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# 9. Children’s Privacy

 

Ulamat is not intended for children under 13 years old .

For regions with stricter laws, we follow local age requirements.

 

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# 10. Third-Party Links

 

Some content may include external links (e.g., Quran sites, scholarly references).

Ulamat is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

 

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# 11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

 

We may update this policy to stay aligned with Islamic values, global standards, or platform improvements.

Updates will always be announced clearly.

 

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# 12. Contact Us

 

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

 

Email:  support@ulamat.site

Website: ulamat.site