Privacy Policy

Sufa Quran Academy
Last Updated: February 1, 2026

بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

At Sufa Quran Academy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the trust you place in us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you use our online Quran learning services. We handle all personal information with the utmost care and in accordance with Islamic principles of trust and confidentiality.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for our Quran classes or use our services, we collect the following information:

Student Information: Full name, age/date of birth, gender, and current level of Quranic knowledge
Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and country of residence
Parent/Guardian Information: For students under 18, we collect parent or guardian contact details and consent
Account Credentials: Username, password, and security questions
Payment Information: Billing details, payment method, and transaction history
Learning Preferences: Preferred learning times, teacher preferences, course selections, and language preferences (Arabic, English, Urdu, etc.)

Educational Data

To provide effective Quranic education, we collect:

Progress reports and assessment records
Attendance and class participation records
Lesson recordings (with consent) for review and quality purposes
Homework and assignment submissions
Communication between students/parents and teachers
Notes from teachers about student progress and areas for improvement

Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical data when you use our platform:

IP address and device information
Browser type and operating system
Session duration and pages visited
Login times and activity logs
Video call quality metrics for online classes

2. How We Use Your Information

Educational Services

Class Delivery: Conduct live Quran classes via video conferencing
Teacher Matching: Assign suitable qualified teachers based on your preferences and needs
Progress Tracking: Monitor student advancement in Quranic studies and Tajweed
Personalized Learning: Customize lesson plans according to individual learning pace and goals
Certification: Issue certificates upon course completion

Communication

Send class schedules, reminders, and updates
Facilitate communication between students, parents, and teachers
Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
Send newsletters, Islamic reminders, and important announcements (with consent)
Share progress reports with parents/guardians

Administrative Purposes

Process payments and manage subscriptions
Maintain accurate student records
Improve our teaching methods and platform
Ensure the safety and security of our students
Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect the sanctity of private information and do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

With Teachers and Educational Staff

Teachers and coordinators access only the information necessary to provide instruction and track progress
All teachers sign confidentiality agreements

With Parents/Guardians

For students under 18, we share educational progress, attendance records, and relevant information

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party providers for:

Video conferencing (Zoom, Skype, etc.)
Payment processing
Cloud storage
Email communication
Customer support

Providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Legal Requirements

Disclosure may occur if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect the safety and rights of students and staff

4. Data Security and Protection

Following Islamic principles of trustworthiness (Amanah), we implement comprehensive security measures:

Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
Secure Storage: Encrypted databases with restricted access
Access Controls: Role-based access for staff
Regular Audits: Security assessments and updates
Teacher Screening: Background checks and verification
Secure Video Platforms: Password-protected classes with waiting rooms
Regular Backups: Automated backups to prevent data loss

Note: No method of internet transmission is 100% secure. We continuously improve our security practices.

5. Children’s Privacy

We take special care to protect students under 18:

Parental Consent: Required before collecting information
Limited Collection: Only educationally necessary information
Parental Access: Parents can review, update, or request deletion of their child’s data
Safe Environment: Classes are monitored with strict codes of conduct
No Marketing: Children’s information is never used for marketing
Supervised Learning: Parental involvement is encouraged

6. Recording of Classes

We may record classes for:

Quality assurance and teacher training
Student review and practice
Resolving disputes or complaints
Monitoring safety

Before recording:

Obtain explicit consent from students/parents
Notify participants when recording begins
Store recordings securely
Delete recordings after retention period unless needed
Allow requests for deletion

7. Your Rights and Choices

Access and Correction

Request a copy of personal information
Update or correct inaccurate information
Review your child’s educational records

Data Deletion

Request deletion of your account and associated data
Certain information may be retained for legal compliance or transactions

Communication Preferences

Opt out of promotional emails and newsletters
Choose which notifications to receive
Essential service communications cannot be opted out

Data Portability

Request a copy of your data in a common format
Transfer educational records to another institution

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of cookies used:

Essential Cookies: Required for platform functionality
Preference Cookies: Remember settings and preferences
Analytics Cookies: Understand platform usage
Performance Cookies: Improve website speed and user experience

You can manage cookies through browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect functionality.

9. International Data Transfers

Information may be transferred to countries other than your residence
Appropriate safeguards include:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Data protection agreements
- Compliance with applicable laws

10. Data Retention

We retain information as long as necessary:

Active Students: During enrollment and reasonable period after completion
Inactive Accounts: Up to 3 years, then anonymized or deleted
Financial Records: Typically 7 years as required by law
Class Recordings: Up to 6 months unless needed for ongoing purposes

11. Third-Party Links

May contain links to external Quran resources or educational materials
We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices
Users should review their privacy policies

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Updated policies will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date
Significant changes may be communicated via email
Consent will be obtained where required

We encourage periodic review of this policy

13. Islamic Principles in Data Handling

We uphold these principles:

Amanah (Trust): Treat your information as a sacred trust
Sitr (Concealment): Protect your privacy
Adl (Justice): Handle data fairly
Ihsan (Excellence): Strive for excellence in protection
Transparency: Honest about data practices

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns:

Sufa Quran Academy

Email: suufaquranacademy@gmail.com
Website: www.sufaquranacademy.com

We respond to inquiries within 5 business days, InshaAllah.

May Allah ﷻ bless your journey in learning His Noble Book.