Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 5, 2026

1. Introduction

Zakat Calculation Pty Ltd (ABN 80 155 776 597) ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Zakat Calculator service. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you register
  • Financial Data: Asset values and calculations you enter into the calculator (stored only if you choose to save them)
  • Communication: Information you provide when contacting support

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visits
  • Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and language preferences
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Zakat Calculator service
  • Process your account registration and authentication
  • Save your calculations (if you choose to save them)
  • Send verification and password reset emails
  • Respond to your enquiries and support requests
  • Improve our service and user experience
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on servers located in Australia. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
  • Session management and automatic timeouts
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

5. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our service (e.g., email delivery via Resend)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal process
  • Protection: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
  • Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Your Rights

Under the Australian Privacy Act and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Export: Request your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@zakatcalculation.app.

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies to:

  • Maintain your session when logged in
  • Remember your language preference
  • Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF)

We also use Google reCAPTCHA to protect our forms from abuse, which may set cookies. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for more information.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may delete your account at any time, and we will remove your data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

9. International Users

Our service is operated from Australia. If you access our service from outside Australia, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Australia. By using our service, you consent to this transfer.

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on your consent and legitimate interests as the legal basis for processing your data.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Zakat Calculation Pty Ltd
ABN: 80 155 776 597
Sydney, Australia
Email: info@zakatcalculation.app

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.