Privacy Policy

Introduction

Muslim Community Center East Bay ("MCC East Bay," "we," "our," or "us") operates the MCC East Bay mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and authentication credentials (via Apple Sign-In, Google Sign-In, or email registration).
• Profile Information: Optional information you choose to provide, such as phone number, gender, and age group for personalized content and event recommendations.
• User Preferences: Prayer notification settings, saved events, Ramadan giving goals, and other preferences you configure in the App.

Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Anonymous data about how you interact with the App, including features used and general usage patterns.
• Push Notification Tokens: Technical identifiers needed to send you prayer reminders and announcements (only with your explicit permission).

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide accurate prayer times and Jumu'ah schedules for MCC East Bay
• Send prayer reminders and Adhan notifications (with your consent)
• Notify you about events, programs, and announcements from MCC East Bay
• Personalize your experience based on your preferences
• Track your Ramadan giving goals and streaks (if you opt in)
• Allow you to save and bookmark events
• Improve the App's functionality and user experience
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support

Data Storage and Security

• Your data is stored securely using Supabase, a trusted and secure cloud database provider with enterprise-grade security.
• We use industry-standard encryption (TLS/SSL) to protect data in transit.
• Authentication is handled securely through Apple, Google, or encrypted email/password credentials.
• We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information.

Third-Party Services

Our App integrates with the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:

• Supabase: Secure database and user authentication
• Apple Sign-In / Google Sign-In: Secure authentication options
• Expo: App development and push notification infrastructure
• Kindful: Secure donation processing (when you choose to donate)
• YouTube: Live stream viewing for Jumu'ah khutbahs
• PostHog: Anonymous usage analytics to improve the App

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your data:

• Access and Update: View and edit your profile information anytime in the App's Profile section.
• Delete Your Account: Request complete account deletion by contacting us at the address below.
• Notification Control: Enable, disable, or customize push notifications in the App's Notification Settings.
• Guest Mode: Use the App without creating an account to access basic features like prayer times and event browsing.
• Data Export: Request a copy of your data by contacting us.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide you with the App's services and as described in this Privacy Policy. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

Children's Privacy

Our App is intended for general audiences and is not directed to children under the age of 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 immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Sending a notification through the App for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. As stated above, we do not sell personal information.