Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the nafs application ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

These Terms constitute a legal agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC ("nafs," "we," "our," or "us").

2. Description of Service

nafs is an Islamic lifestyle application that provides:

• Prayer tracking: prayer time calculation, completion tracking, adhan notifications
• Quran reading: mushaf viewer with multiple formats, audio recitation from various reciters
• Cycle/period tracking: menstrual cycle logging, predictions, symptoms, and Islamic purity guidance
• Journaling: personal reflection and daily entries
• Learning: Islamic guides, duas, hadiths from authenticated collections
• Dhikr & Tasbih: digital counters, adhkar sets, Names of Allah, badges and progress tracking
• Fasting: Ramadan and voluntary fast tracking with missed fast accounting
• Qibla: compass direction to the Kaaba

The App is available as a free version with limited features and as a premium subscription (nafs+) with expanded functionality.

3. Account Registration

Account Methods

You may create an account using:

• Email and password
• Apple Sign-In
• Google Sign-In

You may also use certain features in guest mode without creating an account.

Account Responsibilities

• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
• You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account
• You must provide accurate information during registration
• You must notify us promptly of any unauthorized access to your account
• One account per person. Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions is prohibited

4. Health & Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY.

The cycle/period tracking features in nafs are provided for personal informational purposes only.

• The App is NOT a medical device and is not intended to be used as one
• The App does NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• Cycle predictions, fertile window estimates, and ovulation calculations are algorithmic estimates based on your logged data. They are not clinically validated diagnoses
• Predictions may be inaccurate, especially with irregular cycles, health conditions, or insufficient data history
• The App should NOT be relied upon as a method of contraception or fertility planning
• You MUST consult a qualified healthcare provider for any medical concerns, health decisions, or family planning

We expressly disclaim any and all liability for health-related decisions made based on information provided by the App. By using the cycle tracking features, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.

5. Prayer Times Disclaimer

Prayer times displayed in nafs are calculated using mathematical astronomical algorithms based on your geographic coordinates and your selected calculation method.

• nafs offers multiple calculation methods (including ISNA, MWL, Egyptian General Authority, Umm al-Qura, and others). Each produces slightly different results
• Calculated prayer times may not exactly match your local mosque's announced times
• Factors such as elevation, local geography, atmospheric conditions, and institutional preferences may cause variations
• You are responsible for verifying prayer times with your local Islamic authority or mosque
• Prayer time adjustments (offsets) are available if you need to align with local timings

We do not guarantee the accuracy of calculated prayer times and are not liable for any prayers missed or performed at incorrect times based on the App's calculations.

6. Religious Content Disclaimer

nafs includes Islamic content to support your religious practice:

• Quranic text is sourced from established, widely accepted Islamic digital repositories
• Hadiths are sourced from authenticated collections including Sahih al-Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Sunan Abu Dawud, Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Sunan al-Nasa'i, and Sunan Ibn Majah
• Islamic guides cover general practices (prayer, wudu, ghusl, tayammum, tasbih) and reflect mainstream Islamic understanding
• Purity guidance related to menstruation follows general Islamic jurisprudence and may vary by school of thought (madhab)

Please note:

• The App does not issue fatwas or religious rulings
• Content may not reflect the specific positions of every school of thought or scholarly opinion
• For matters of religious obligation, jurisprudential questions, or personal rulings, you should consult a qualified Islamic scholar
• We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy but do not warrant that all religious content is free from error

7. Subscription Terms

nafs+ Premium Subscription

nafs offers a premium subscription ("nafs+") that unlocks additional features. Subscriptions are managed entirely through the Apple App Store.

Billing & Renewal

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period
• Your Apple ID account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period
• You can manage and cancel your subscription in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions on your iOS device

Pricing

• Current pricing is displayed on the subscription screen within the App and on the App Store
• Prices are subject to change with reasonable notice
• Price changes will not affect your current billing period

Refunds

• We do not process refunds directly. All refund requests must be submitted through Apple's refund process at reportaproblem.apple.com
• Apple's refund policy applies to all purchases

Free Tier

A free version of the App is available with limited features. No payment is required to use the free tier.

8. User Content & Data

Ownership

You retain ownership of the private content you create within the App, including:

• Journal entries
• Cycle log notes
• Personal data and records
• Custom settings and preferences

License to Shared & Generated Content

When you use the App's sharing or reflection features (such as the "Reflect" button) to generate shareable content, including but not limited to reflection cards, generated images, quotes, and formatted social media posts, you grant NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, display, and distribute such generated content for marketing, promotional, advertising, and commercial purposes, including on social media, the App Store, our website, and in advertising materials.

This license applies only to content produced by or through the App's sharing and reflection features, not to your private journal entries, cycle data, or other personal records. We may use this content without identifying you personally unless you have made your identity publicly associated with it.

You represent that any content you generate and share through these features does not infringe on any third party's rights.

Backup Responsibility

• You may create encrypted backups of your cycle data protected by a password you choose
• If you lose your backup password, we cannot recover your data. There is no password reset mechanism for encrypted backup files
• You are responsible for maintaining copies of important data
• We recommend creating regular backups if you rely on cycle tracking data

Data Sync

If you enable cloud sync, your eligible data is stored in encrypted cloud storage associated with your account. See our Privacy Policy for details on what data syncs and what remains local.

9. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of the App
• Scrape, crawl, or use automated means to extract data or content from the App
• Commercially redistribute Quran audio, recitations, or any other content obtained through the App
• Use the App for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• Circumvent, disable, or interfere with subscription verification or premium feature restrictions
• Use bots, scripts, or automated tools to interact with the App
• Impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation with any entity
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, servers, or other users' accounts
• Use the App in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the service

10. Intellectual Property

nafs Application

The nafs application, including its design, code, user interface, graphics, icons, and compilation of content, is the proprietary property of NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Quranic Text

The text of the Holy Quran is in the public domain. However, specific digital typographies, layouts, and mushaf page designs may be subject to copyright by their respective publishers.

Reciter Audio

Quran audio recitations are provided by third-party providers and are the intellectual property of the respective reciters and copyright holders. Audio is streamed for personal, non-commercial use only.

Hadith & Islamic Content

Hadith translations and Islamic educational content are attributed to their original sources and collections. Where applicable, content is used under fair use for religious and educational purposes.

Trademarks

nafs, the nafs logo, and nafs+ are trademarks of NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

The App is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

We do not warrant that:

• The App will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• Prayer times will be perfectly accurate for your location
• Cycle predictions will be correct or reliable for any medical purpose
• Religious content will reflect every scholarly opinion or school of thought
• Data will never be lost due to device failure, software bugs, or other causes

We shall not be liable for any:

• Loss of data, including due to device failure, uninstallation, or forgotten backup passwords
• Missed prayers or religious obligations based on the App's calculations
• Health decisions or outcomes based on cycle predictions or health-related features
• Actions taken based on religious content, guides, or purity guidance in the App
• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages

Our total aggregate liability for any claims arising from or related to your use of the App shall not exceed the amount you paid to us for the App in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or fifty US dollars ($50), whichever is greater.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use or misuse of the App
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Any content you create or submit through the App
• Your infringement of any third party's rights

13. Account Termination

By You

You may delete your account at any time from within the App's Settings. Account deletion is irreversible and will permanently remove:

• All cloud-synced data associated with your account
• Your authentication credentials
• Any encrypted cloud backups

Local data on your device will remain until you uninstall the App.

By Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if:

• You violate these Terms of Service
• You engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
• Your use of the App poses a security risk
• Required by law or legal process

Where possible, we will provide notice before termination, except in cases of severe violations or legal requirements.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

International Users

If you are located outside the United States, you agree that:

• These Terms are still governed by Delaware law
• Any disputes will be resolved as described in Section 15
• Your additional rights under local law (including GDPR, UK GDPR, Australian Privacy Act, and PIPEDA) are honored as described in our Privacy Policy

15. Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to first contact us at support@nafs.fyi and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.

Binding Arbitration

If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, you and nafs agree to resolve any claims through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules.

• Arbitration will be conducted in English
• Arbitration will take place in Delaware or, at your election, via telephone or video conference
• The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding
• Each party bears its own costs, unless the arbitrator rules otherwise

Class Action Waiver

You and nafs agree that any dispute resolution will be conducted only on an individual basis and not as a class, consolidated, or representative action.

Small Claims Court

Notwithstanding the above, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court for disputes within the court's jurisdictional limits.

Exceptions

Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking injunctive or equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction for matters relating to intellectual property or unauthorized access.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and nafs regarding your use of the App and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and communications.

18. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document
• We will notify you via an in-app notice or through an app update
• We will provide reasonable notice before changes take effect

Your continued use of the App after the updated Terms become effective constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the App and may delete your account.

19. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms where such failure or delay results from circumstances beyond the affected party's reasonable control ("Force Majeure Event"). Force Majeure Events include, but are not limited to:

• Natural disasters, including earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, wildfires, or other acts of nature
• Epidemics, pandemics, quarantine restrictions, or public health emergencies
• Government actions, sanctions, embargoes, regulatory changes, or trade restrictions
• War, terrorism, civil unrest, armed conflict, insurrection, or military action
• Power outages, electrical failures, or energy supply disruptions
• Internet or telecommunications failures, including widespread outages or infrastructure damage
• Third-party service provider outages, including cloud hosting, payment processing, or content delivery networks
• Cyberattacks, distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, or security incidents beyond reasonable preventive measures
• Labor disputes, strikes, or work stoppages
• Supply chain disruptions affecting the delivery or operation of critical services

During a Force Majeure Event, the affected party's obligations are suspended, not terminated, for the duration of the event and for a reasonable recovery period thereafter.

The affected party shall use reasonable efforts to notify the other party of the Force Majeure Event as soon as practicable, including a description of the event and an estimate of its expected duration.

Both parties shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate the impact of the Force Majeure Event and to resume performance of their obligations as soon as reasonably possible.

If a Force Majeure Event continues for more than ninety (90) days, either party may terminate these Terms upon written notice to the other party, without liability for such termination.

20. Assignment

NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under these Terms without your prior consent in connection with any of the following:

• A merger or consolidation with another entity
• An acquisition of NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC by a third party
• A corporate reorganization or restructuring
• A sale of all or substantially all of NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC's assets
• A financing, investment, or other restructuring transaction

In the event of any such assignment, the successor entity shall inherit all obligations under these Terms and shall be bound by them to the same extent as NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC.

You may not assign, delegate, or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. Any attempted assignment or transfer without such consent shall be null and void.

These Terms are binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties, their successors, and their permitted assigns.

21. Waiver

The failure or delay of either party to exercise or enforce any right, remedy, or provision of these Terms shall not operate as a waiver of that party's right to exercise or enforce that right, remedy, or provision at any time in the future.

No waiver shall be effective unless it is made in writing and signed by the party granting the waiver. A written waiver of any provision shall apply only to the specific instance described and shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach or default, whether similar or dissimilar in nature.

The partial exercise of any right or remedy under these Terms shall not preclude the further or full exercise of that right or remedy or the exercise of any other right or remedy.

The rights and remedies provided in these Terms are cumulative and are not exclusive of any other rights or remedies provided by law, in equity, or under any other agreement.

No delay in exercising any right under these Terms shall constitute a waiver of that right, and no single or partial exercise of any right shall prevent any further exercise of that right or any other right under these Terms.

22. Notices

We may provide notices to you through one or more of the following methods:

• In-app notifications displayed within the App
• Email sent to the address associated with your account
• Updates posted on this Terms of Service page
• Push notifications, where you have enabled them for the App

Notice Effective Dates

Notices shall be deemed effective as follows:

• Email notices are deemed received twenty-four (24) hours after sending to the email address on file
• In-app notifications are effective immediately upon display
• Posted changes to these Terms are effective on the stated effective date or, if no date is stated, upon posting

Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for keeping your email address current and ensuring that notifications are enabled for the App on your device. Failure to maintain a current email address or to enable notifications does not relieve you of any obligations or affect the validity of notices we send.

Legal Notices

For informal inquiries, you may contact us at support@nafs.fyi. Formal legal process and legal notices should be directed to NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC at its registered business address.

All notices under these Terms shall be in English.

23. Export Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable United States export laws and regulations in connection with your use of the App, including but not limited to:

• The Export Administration Regulations (EAR) administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce
• The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), where applicable
• Sanctions programs administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury

You may not export, re-export, or make available the App to any country, territory, or region that is subject to a comprehensive U.S. Government embargo.

You may not provide access to the App to any individual or entity listed on the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) list maintained by OFAC, the Entity List maintained by the Bureau of Industry and Security, or any other applicable restricted party list.

You represent and warrant that: (a) you are not located in a country or territory subject to a comprehensive U.S. Government embargo, and (b) you are not listed on, or owned or controlled by any party listed on, any U.S. Government restricted party list.

You agree not to use the App for any prohibited end-uses, including but not limited to the design, development, or production of nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons, missile technology, or any other purpose prohibited by applicable export control laws.

24. Apple EULA Acknowledgment

If you downloaded the App from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• These Terms are between you and NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC only, not Apple Inc. ("Apple"). NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC, not Apple, is solely responsible for the App and its content
• Apple has no obligation whatsoever to furnish any maintenance or support services with respect to the App. Any maintenance or support is the sole responsibility of NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC
• In the event of any failure of the App to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple, and Apple will refund the purchase price, if any, for the App. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Apple will have no other warranty obligation whatsoever with respect to the App
• Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims by you or any third party relating to the App or your possession and use of the App, including but not limited to: (a) product liability claims, (b) any claim that the App fails to conform to any applicable legal or regulatory requirement, and (c) claims arising under consumer protection, privacy, or similar legislation
• In the event of any third-party claim that the App or your possession and use of the App infringes that third party's intellectual property rights, Apple is not responsible for the investigation, defense, settlement, or discharge of any such intellectual property infringement claim
• Apple and its subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms. Upon your acceptance of these Terms, Apple will have the right (and will be deemed to have accepted the right) to enforce these Terms against you as a third-party beneficiary thereof
• You represent and warrant that: (a) you are not located in a country that is subject to a U.S. Government embargo, or that has been designated by the U.S. Government as a "terrorist supporting" country, and (b) you are not listed on any U.S. Government list of prohibited or restricted parties

25. Relationship of the Parties

Neither these Terms nor your use of the App creates any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, or agency relationship between you and NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC. Neither party has the authority to bind the other or to incur any obligation on behalf of the other.

Nothing in these Terms shall be construed to create any relationship of exclusivity between the parties.

26. Survival

The following sections shall survive the expiration or termination of these Terms: Section 4 (Health and Medical Disclaimer), Section 5 (Prayer Times Disclaimer), Section 6 (Religious Content Disclaimer), Section 8 (User Content and Data, to the extent of licenses granted), Section 10 (Intellectual Property), Section 11 (Limitation of Liability), Section 12 (Indemnification), Section 14 (Governing Law), Section 15 (Dispute Resolution), Section 16 (Force Majeure, to the extent of ongoing events), and any other sections which by their nature should survive termination.

Termination does not affect any rights or obligations that accrued prior to the effective date of termination.

27. Feedback and Suggestions

If you provide us with any feedback, ideas, suggestions, or proposals regarding the App or its features ("Feedback"), you acknowledge that: (a) we are not obligated to compensate you for Feedback, (b) we may already be developing similar ideas independently, (c) Feedback does not contain confidential or proprietary information of any third party, and (d) we are free to use, implement, modify, and distribute any Feedback without restriction, attribution, or compensation.

You hereby assign to NAFS TECHNOLOGIES LLC all rights, title, and interest in and to any Feedback you provide.

28. Governing Language

These Terms are written in English. If these Terms are translated into any other language for convenience, the English version shall prevail in the event of any conflict, ambiguity, or inconsistency between the English version and any translation.

All communications, notices, and proceedings relating to these Terms shall be conducted in English.

29. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain references to or integration with third-party services, content, or resources. These references are provided for your convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for any third-party content, services, or websites.

Your interaction with any third-party service is governed by that third party's own terms and privacy policy. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of or reliance on any third-party content or services accessed through or referenced in the App.

30. Electronic Communications Consent

By creating an account or using the App, you consent to receive electronic communications from us, including but not limited to:

• Account-related emails (verification, password reset, deletion confirmation)
• Service announcements and updates
• Subscription and billing notifications
• Privacy or terms updates

These electronic communications satisfy any legal requirement that communications be in writing.

You may opt out of non-essential communications through the App's notification settings, but you may not opt out of essential account-related or legal communications while maintaining an active account.

31. Accessibility

We are committed to making the nafs app accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to follow applicable accessibility guidelines and standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) where applicable to mobile applications.

If you experience any accessibility barriers while using the App, please contact us at support@nafs.fyi so we can work to address your concerns. We welcome feedback on improving the accessibility of the App.

32. California Consumer Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). In addition to the rights described in our Privacy Policy:

• You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• You have the right to delete personal information we have collected from you
• You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (we do not sell or share personal information as defined by the CCPA/CPRA)
• You have the right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights
• You have the right to correct inaccurate personal information
• You have the right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@nafs.fyi. We will respond within 45 days of receiving a verifiable consumer request.

33. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, contact us:

These Terms of Service apply to the nafs iOS application distributed through the Apple App Store.