Privacy Policy for LifeQue
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Data Stored Locally on Your Device
LifeQue stores the following information locally on your device using SQLite database and secure local storage:
- Prayer Times & Settings: Your location coordinates, preferred calculation methods, and prayer alarm preferences
- Tasks & Productivity Data: Your personal tasks, deadlines, progress tracking, and study timer sessions
- Medicine Tracking: Medicine names, dosage schedules, reminders, and adherence data
- People You Track Medicine For: If you keep medicines for more than one person, the names you enter (for example a parent or a child) are stored on your device so each course can be labelled. They are never transmitted.
- Language Preference: Whether you have chosen Bangla or English
- App Preferences: Theme settings, notification preferences, and app configuration
1.2 Location Data
LifeQue uses your location for Islamic prayer time calculations:
- Purpose: Calculate accurate prayer times based on your geographical location
- Storage: Location coordinates are stored locally on your device only
- Sharing: Your location is never transmitted to external servers
- Control: You can manually set your location or use GPS for automatic detection
- Default: If location access is denied, the app uses Dhaka, Bangladesh as default
2. How We Use Your Information
All data processing happens locally on your device for:
- Prayer Times: Computing accurate prayer schedules and Qibla direction
- Reminders: Scheduling prayer alarms, task notifications, and medicine reminders
- Productivity: Tracking study sessions, task progress, and medicine adherence
- User Experience: Personalizing the app interface and maintaining your preferences
3. Permissions Required
Android Permissions
ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION- GPS location for precise prayer time calculationsACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION- Network-based location as fallbackINTERNET- Required for Google Play Store in-app updates (no personal data transmission)POST_NOTIFICATIONS- Displaying prayer, task, and medicine remindersSCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM- Precise scheduling of prayer and medicine alarmsWAKE_LOCK- Keep device awake for important alarmsVIBRATE- Vibration alerts for notificationsRECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED- Restart alarms after device rebootFOREGROUND_SERVICE- Background alarm services
iOS Permissions
- Location When In Use: Prayer time calculations and Qibla direction
- Notifications: Prayer, task, and medicine reminders
- Background Audio: Alarm sounds for prayer and study timer
4. Data Security
Local Storage Only: All your data is stored securely on your device using:
- SQLite database for structured data
- Encrypted SharedPreferences for settings
- No cloud synchronization or external data transmission
5. Third-Party Services
- Google Analytics or Firebase Analytics
- Facebook SDK or Meta tracking
- Advertising networks or marketing platforms
- Crash reporting services
- Social media tracking
5.1 App Updates
The app uses Google Play Store's in-app update system:
- Purpose: Provide seamless app updates through Google Play Store
- Data Handling: Update checks are handled entirely by Google Play services
- Privacy: No personal data is accessed or transmitted by our app during updates
- User Control: Users can choose to install updates immediately or defer them
6. Islamic Calculation Accuracy
For prayer time calculations, LifeQue uses:
- Calculation Methods: Karachi, ISNA, Muslim World League, and others
- Local Processing: All calculations are performed on your device
- No External APIs: Prayer times are computed offline using astronomical algorithms
- Location-Based: Accurate calculations based on your geographical coordinates
7. Data Retention and Deletion
- Data Control: You have full control over your data
- Local Storage: Data persists only on your device
- App Deletion: Uninstalling the app permanently removes all data
- Manual Deletion: You can delete individual tasks, medicines, or clear all app data
- Backup: Optional local backup and restore functionality (data never leaves your device)
8. Children's Privacy
LifeQue is suitable for users of all ages. The app:
- Does not collect personal information from children
- Contains no inappropriate content
- Provides educational Islamic content
- Has no social features or user-generated content
- Does not require account creation or personal information
9. International Users
LifeQue respects international privacy laws:
- GDPR Compliance: No personal data collection or processing
- CCPA Compliance: No sale or sharing of personal information
- Global Privacy: Privacy-by-design approach for all users worldwide
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the app or legal requirements. When we do:
- The updated policy will be available at this same URL
- We will update the "Last Updated" date
- Significant changes will be communicated through app updates
- Your continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or LifeQue app, please contact us:
- GitHub: github.com/zamansheikh/lifeque
- Issues: GitHub Issues
- Discussions: GitHub Discussions
- Developer: Zaman Sheikh (Programmer Nexus)
12. Your Rights
As a LifeQue user, you have the right to:
- Data Access: All your data is accessible within the app
- Data Portability: Export your data through backup functionality
- Data Deletion: Delete any or all data through app settings or uninstallation
- Transparency: Full visibility into how your data is used (locally only)
- Control: Complete control over permissions and data sharing (none)
Summary
LifeQue is committed to protecting your privacy. We believe that your personal data should stay personal. The app works entirely offline for core functionality, and we never collect, transmit, or share your personal information with any third parties. Your Islamic worship, productivity data, and personal information remain private and secure on your device.