Important Notice
By using An-Nikah, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Please read this policy carefully before using our services.
Welcome to An-Nikah ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Muslim matrimonial platform and services.
This policy applies to all users of our website (www.an-nikah.com), mobile applications, and any other services we provide (collectively, the "Services"). We encourage you to read this Privacy Policy in full to understand our practices regarding your personal data.
Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our Services. The information we collect falls into the following categories:
● Personal Information
- Full name, date of birth, gender, and contact details
- Email address and phone number
- Photographs and profile images
- Educational qualifications and profession
- Religious information (sect, level of practice)
- Family details and background
- Partner preferences and expectations
● Account Information
- Username and password (encrypted)
- Account settings and preferences
- Communication preferences
- Subscription and payment information
● Automatically Collected Information
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the platform
- Referring website addresses
- Location data (with your consent)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes to provide, maintain, and improve our Services:
Matchmaking Services
To suggest compatible matches based on your preferences, background, and requirements.
Communication
To send you service updates, notifications, and relevant information about matches.
Safety & Security
To verify profiles, prevent fraud, and ensure a safe environment for all users.
Improve Services
To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform's features and user experience.
Information Sharing & Disclosure
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
With Other Members
Your profile information is visible to other registered members based on your privacy settings. Contact details are shared only upon mutual acceptance.
Service Providers
We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform (payment processors, hosting services, etc.).
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect the rights and safety of our users.
Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
256-bit SSL
All data encrypted during transfer
Firewall Protected
Multi-layer security infrastructure
Regular Audits
Continuous security monitoring
Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information. Here's what you can do:
Access Your Data
Request a copy of your personal data
Correct Your Data
Update inaccurate information
Delete Your Data
Request deletion of your account
Export Your Data
Download your data in a portable format
Opt-Out
Unsubscribe from marketing emails
Manage Preferences
Control your privacy settings
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Here's how long we keep different types of data:
- Active Account Data: Retained while your account is active
- Deleted Account Data: Removed within 90 days of deletion request
- Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for legal compliance
- Communication Logs: Retained for 2 years for safety purposes
- Analytics Data: Anonymized and retained indefinitely
Children's Privacy
Important: Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to remove such information from our servers.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Notify you via email for significant changes
- Display a prominent notice on our platform
- Require your consent for material changes affecting your data
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Questions About Privacy?
Our team is here to help you with any privacy-related concerns.