1. Introduction
Nikah Mashura (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with both **Islamic ethical principles** and applicable data protection laws.
We believe privacy is a sacred trust (**Amanah**) and will treat all user data with the utmost confidentiality and integrity.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal details such as your name, gender, age, and marital status.
- Contact information such as email address and phone number.
- Religious and family details (only with your consent) for compatibility purposes.
- Login and usage data such as browser type, device, and access time.
- Communication records such as messages exchanged within the website.
We do not collect or store any financial information unless required for premium service payments, in which case we use secure payment gateways compliant with international security standards.
3. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect your data to:
- Facilitate lawful and ethical matrimonial matchmaking.
- Ensure compatibility and maintain authenticity of profiles.
- Provide safe and Shariah-compliant user experience.
- Communicate essential updates, guidance, and security alerts.
- Prevent misuse, fraud, or any unethical activity.
4. Use of Islamic Ethical Principles
All activities on Nikah Mashura are governed by Islamic moral values (Akhlaaq). We strictly prohibit:
- Sharing or publishing any user’s personal information without consent.
- Misuse of personal photos, chats, or documents.
- Any communication or conduct that violates Islamic modesty (Haya) and respect.
We remind users that privacy and respect are part of faith — “Whoever conceals the faults of a Muslim, Allah will conceal his faults on the Day of Judgment.” (Sahih Muslim – 2699)
5. Data Protection and Security
We implement multiple layers of protection:
- Encrypted (SSL) data transmission
- Password-protected accounts
- Secured servers and regular audits
- Limited access for authorized staff only
- Periodic system checks against malware or unauthorized access
Your data will never be sold, rented, or disclosed to any third party except:
- When required by law or court order, or
- When necessary to prevent harm, fraud, or criminal activity.
6. User Rights
As a user, you have the right to:
- Access and review your personal data
- Edit or delete your profile information
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
- Request permanent deletion of your account and records
You may contact us through our support email for any privacy-related requests.
7. Data Retention
Your data will be retained only as long as your account is active.
If you deactivate or delete your account, your information will be permanently erased within a reasonable period (typically 30–60 days).
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Nikah Mashura may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., payment gateways). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Users are advised to review those policies before sharing personal data.
9. Legal Compliance
This Privacy Policy complies with:
- Indian IT Act (2000) and related Data Protection Rules
- Global data privacy standards (GDPR-like principles)
- Islamic ethical norms of confidentiality, honesty, and trustworthiness (Amanah & Sidq)
Violation of user privacy will be treated as a serious breach of trust both legally and religiously.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
All users will be notified of significant changes via email or platform notification. The revised policy will take effect immediately upon posting.
🌿 Closing Note
Nikah Mashura upholds the principle that “Privacy is part of faith and respect.” Our mission is to ensure that Muslim men and women seeking nikah can interact with security, dignity, and adherence to Shariah.