Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 15, 2025

Welcome to Recita (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website (recita.ai) and mobile application (the “App”).

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide to Us

We collect the following information when you interact with Recita:

• Email Address – when you join our waitlist, subscribe to updates, or create an account.
• Profile Information – such as name, language preference, and recitation preferences when you set up your account.
• Feedback or Support Requests – any messages or comments you send us.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you use our website or app, we may collect:

• Device Information – such as device model, operating system, and unique identifiers.
• Usage Data – including pages viewed, features used, listening history, and session duration.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies – to remember preferences and analyze usage patterns (on our website).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and personalize your experience on Recita.
• Send you service-related updates (e.g., app launch, new features, or content).
• Improve our app and understand user behavior to enhance the Qur’an listening experience.
• Respond to feedback, technical issues, or customer support requests.
• Comply with legal obligations.

If you’ve joined our waitlist, we’ll only use your email address to update you about Recita’s progress, launch, and early access opportunities.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (for EU/UK Users)

Under GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you sign up to receive updates or create an account.
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, ensure security, and analyze usage.
• Legal Obligation: Where processing is required by law. You can withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing from emails or deleting your account.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share limited information with:

• Service Providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, and email delivery platforms) who process data on our behalf.
• Legal Authorities if required to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

All service providers are contractually required to handle your data securely and in accordance with data protection laws.

5. Data Retention

We keep your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above.

• Waitlist emails are deleted or anonymized upon request.
• Account data can be deleted anytime from within the app or by contacting us.

6. Your Rights (for EU/UK Users)

You have the right to: Access and receive a copy of your personal data. Request correction or deletion of your data. Withdraw consent or object to processing. Request data portability. To exercise these rights, contact us at salaam@recita.ai.

7. Data Security

We use encryption, access controls, and secure servers to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and you share data at your own risk.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed outside your country of residence, including in regions where privacy laws may differ. We ensure appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place.

9. Children’s Privacy

Recita is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we have, we will delete it promptly.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be available at recita.ai/privacy. We’ll notify you by email or in-app if significant changes are made.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: salaam@recita.ai