Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 01-11-25
About Islamic Thoughts
Welcome to Islamic Thoughts — a platform devoted to spreading authentic Islamic knowledge, Quranic education, and social welfare initiatives. Our website address is https://islamicthoughts.org/. We value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your personal information with transparency and care.
Information Shared by You (Comments & Interactions)
When you share comments or feedback on our website, we collect the information displayed in the comment form — along with your IP address and browser details — to help detect spam and maintain a safe environment. An anonymized string (a “hash”) of your email address may be sent to Gravatar to check if you’re using their service. Their Privacy Policy can be reviewed here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. Once your comment is approved, your profile image (if linked with Gravatar) will appear publicly next to your comment.
Images and Uploaded Media
When you upload images or other media files (for example, for a course, testimonial, or community project), please ensure that no location data (EXIF GPS) is embedded in your files. Visitors to our site may download and extract such information from uploaded content.
Use of Cookies
To make your visit smoother and more personalized, our website uses cookies — small files stored on your device.
- Convenience cookies: Save your name, email, and website details when you comment — so you don’t need to re-enter them next time.
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies to test if your browser accepts cookies — automatically deleted when you close your browser.
- Login cookies: Help remember your session, preferences, and display settings. Login cookies last two days; display preferences last one year.
- Content editing cookies: Used when you edit or publish an article — expire within 24 hours.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect certain website functions.
External and Embedded Content
Our educational resources may contain embedded content (such as Quran recitations, lectures, or articles) from trusted Islamic and educational websites. These external sites may collect information, use cookies, or track interactions — just as if you visited them directly. We encourage users to read their respective privacy policies before interacting with external links.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We never sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share limited data in the following situations:
- With trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, email, donation processing) under confidentiality agreements.
- When legally required to comply with applicable laws or court orders.
- When processing password resets, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
All third-party partners are chosen carefully to maintain strict data protection standards.
Data Storage and Retention
- Comments and contributions are stored indefinitely for moderation and transparency.
- Registered users (e.g., students, volunteers, or donors) can view, edit, or delete their personal details anytime — except their username.
- Website administrators may access this data for operational purposes, always under confidentiality.
Your data is kept only for as long as necessary for service, legal, or administrative reasons.
Your Privacy Rights
You have full control over your personal data. You may:
- Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Ask for corrections or deletion of your personal information.
- Withdraw consent for specific data uses.
Such requests can be made anytime by contacting us at info@islamicthoughts.org.
Data Transfers and Security
We implement modern security tools and encrypted communication (HTTPS) to protect your data from unauthorized access or misuse. While we take every reasonable step to safeguard your information, no online system can guarantee 100% security — but we continuously strive to uphold the highest possible standards.
Protection of Children’s Information
Our educational programs are family-friendly but not designed to collect personal data from children under 13. If any child’s data has been inadvertently collected, please notify us so we can remove it immediately.
Policy Updates and Revisions
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our services, technology, or legal obligations. The “Last Updated” date above will always show the most recent revision. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge and accept any changes made.
Contact Islamic Thoughts
If you have any concerns, requests, or questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us:
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