UMMAH FUNERAL — PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: [November 2025]
1. Introduction
Ummah Funeral (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website.
Ummah Funeral exists to help the Muslim community share janazah (funeral) announcements, support families, and encourage attendance at funeral prayers.
2. Information We Collect
We only collect information necessary to operate this website respectfully and responsibly.
Information you provide directly:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Details about the deceased
- Janazah time and location
- Mosque or burial information
- Donation information (if applicable)
Information collected automatically (standard website analytics):
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
We do not collect unnecessary personal data.
3. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Publish funeral announcements
- Verify submission authenticity
- Contact you regarding your obituary submission
- Improve website functionality
- Respond to inquiries
- Process donations (handled via third-party platforms)
We never sell, rent, or trade your information.
4. Donations & Financial Information
If you donate through Ummah Funeral:
- Payments are processed through third-party services such as PayPal, Stripe, or LaunchGood
- We do not store credit card numbers, banking details, or financial credentials
- We only receive basic donor information (name, email, amount)
- Donor information is used only for record-keeping and confirmation
Your financial information remains confidential through the payment provider you choose.
5. Public Information
Funeral announcements published on Ummah Funeral may include:
- The name of the deceased
- Date of passing
- Janazah prayer time
- Mosque location
- Burial information (optional)
This information becomes public once posted.
We encourage families to only share details they are comfortable making public.
6. Sharing of Information
We only share information when necessary:
- With funeral organizers or masjid officials (to confirm accuracy)
- With donation processors (only for transaction purposes)
- If required by law or Islamic ethics to prevent harm
We never share personal information for advertising or commercial purposes.
7. Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies for:
- Basic website functionality
- Analytics (traffic monitoring)
- Improving user experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to safeguard your information, including:
- SSL/HTTPS encryption
- Secure hosting
- Limited access to personal data
- Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities
No method is 100% secure, but we strive to protect your data to the best of our ability.
9. Your Rights
You may request at any time:
- Removal of an obituary
- Correction of information
- Deletion of your personal data
- A copy of the data associated with your submissions
To request a change, contact us at info@ummahfuneral.com.
10. Children’s Privacy
Ummah Funeral does not knowingly collect information from children.
If such data is discovered, it will be removed promptly.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to masjid websites, funeral homes, or donation platforms.
We are not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
13. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or data requests, please contact: