Terms of Service

Sukoon: Muslim Marriage App

Effective: December 5, 2024 Version 2.0

Welcome to Sukoon

Welcome to Sukoon: Muslim Marriage ("Sukoon," "we," "our," or "us"), a service provided by NurTech LLC. These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you," "your," or "User") and NurTech LLC governing your access to and use of the Sukoon mobile application (the "App"), website, and all related services (collectively, the "Services").

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using Sukoon, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Services.

1. Eligibility Requirements

1.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years of age to create an account and use Sukoon. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. We do not knowingly collect or solicit information from anyone under the age of 18.

1.2 Purpose and Intent

Sukoon is designed exclusively for Muslim individuals who are genuinely seeking lawful marriage (Nikah) in accordance with Islamic principles. By using our Services, you affirm that:

  • You are a Muslim individual seeking marriage
  • Your intentions align with the purpose of halal matchmaking
  • All information you provide is truthful, accurate, and current
  • You are legally permitted to enter into marriage in your jurisdiction

1.3 Restrictions

You may not use our Services if you:

  • Are currently married (unless seeking a lawful polygamous arrangement where legally permitted)
  • Have been previously banned from Sukoon
  • Are required to register as a sex offender
  • Are prohibited from using the Services under applicable law

2. Account Registration and Security

2.1 Account Creation

To access Sukoon's features, you must create an account using one of the following methods:

  • Email with OTP verification
  • SMS with OTP verification
  • Google Sign-In (OAuth 2.0)
  • Apple Sign-In (Sign in with Apple)

2.2 Identity Verification

To maintain community safety and integrity, Sukoon may require:

  • Selfie verification during onboarding to confirm you are a real person
  • ID verification (optional) for enhanced profile trust badges
  • Phone number verification for account security

2.3 Account Security

You are solely responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized access or security breach
  • Using strong, unique passwords and enabling biometric authentication when available

3. User Conduct and Community Standards

3.1 Islamic Values

Sukoon is built on Islamic principles. All users must conduct themselves with adab (Islamic etiquette), respect, and integrity. Our platform promotes:

  • Respectful communication aligned with Islamic ethics
  • Honest and transparent interactions
  • Privacy and modesty in all exchanges
  • The involvement of family and wali (guardian) when appropriate

3.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

Content Violations:

  • Post, upload, or share haram, offensive, explicit, or sexually suggestive content
  • Share misleading, false, or fraudulent information
  • Upload copyrighted material without authorization
  • Post content that promotes violence, hatred, or discrimination

Behavioral Violations:

  • Harass, stalk, threaten, or intimidate other users
  • Impersonate another person or entity
  • Engage in catfishing or create fake profiles
  • Use the platform for purposes other than seeking marriage
  • Solicit money, donations, or financial assistance from other users

Technical Violations:

  • Upload viruses, malware, or malicious code
  • Attempt to hack, reverse-engineer, or disrupt the Services
  • Use automated bots, scrapers, or data harvesting tools
  • Circumvent any security measures or access restrictions

3.3 Enforcement

Violations may result in content removal, account warnings, temporary suspension, permanent termination, or reporting to law enforcement where appropriate.

4. Premium Subscriptions and Payments

4.1 Free and Premium Features

Sukoon offers both free access and optional premium subscription plans ("Sukoon Premium") with enhanced features such as:

  • Unlimited likes and matches
  • Advanced filters and preferences
  • Profile visibility boosts
  • See who liked you
  • Incognito browsing mode
  • Priority customer support

4.2 Payment Processing

Payments for Sukoon Premium are securely processed through:

  • Apple App Store (In-App Purchases) for iOS users
  • Google Play Store (Google Play Billing) for Android users
  • Stripe for direct payment processing
  • RevenueCat for subscription management

4.3 Subscription Terms

  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period
  • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period
  • You can manage and cancel subscriptions through your device's app store settings

4.4 Refund Policy

  • All purchases are non-refundable except where required by applicable law or platform policy
  • Refund requests must be submitted through the respective app store (Apple or Google)

5. User Content and Intellectual Property

5.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you submit, post, or display on Sukoon ("User Content"), including photos, biographical information, and messages.

5.2 License Grant

By posting User Content, you grant NurTech LLC a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, and display your User Content within the Services.

5.3 Sukoon's Intellectual Property

All Sukoon trademarks, logos, service marks, trade dress, source code, algorithms, designs, and copyrighted materials are the exclusive property of NurTech LLC. You may not copy, modify, reverse engineer, or use our intellectual property without express written permission.

6. Device Permissions and Features

To provide our Services, Sukoon requires access to certain device features:

📷 Camera Access

  • Selfie verification during onboarding
  • ID document capture for verification
  • Profile photo capture
  • Video calls with matches

🎤 Microphone Access

  • Video calls via Agora RTC
  • Voice messages in chat
  • Audio communication features

📍 Location Access

  • Geographic matching
  • Find users near you
  • Location-based features

🖼️ Photo Library

  • Upload profile photos
  • Share media in chat
  • Gallery access for images

👥 Contacts (Optional)

  • Block phone contacts
  • Hide from people you know
  • Privacy protection feature

🔐 Biometrics (Optional)

  • Face ID / Touch ID
  • Fingerprint authentication
  • Secure app access

You can manage these permissions through your device settings at any time.

7. Third-Party Services and Integrations

Sukoon integrates with the following third-party services:

Category Services
AuthenticationGoogle Sign-In, Apple Sign-In
PaymentsApple IAP, Google Play Billing, Stripe, RevenueCat
CommunicationAgora (video/voice), Twilio (SMS), SendGrid (email), OneSignal (push)
AnalyticsFirebase Analytics, Firebase Crashlytics, Sentry
ContentGIPHY (GIFs), Cloudflare (CDN)

Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

We are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European users
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
  • Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) — we do not collect data from users under 18

9. Safety Guidelines and Disclaimers

9.1 No Guarantee of Outcomes

Sukoon facilitates introductions and connections but does not guarantee:

  • Marriage or compatibility with any user
  • The accuracy or truthfulness of user profiles
  • The safety, conduct, or intentions of any user
  • Any specific outcomes from using our Services

9.2 Safety Recommendations

We strongly recommend:

  • Never share financial information or send money to matches
  • Meet in public places for initial meetings
  • Inform family or friends of your plans
  • Trust your instincts and report suspicious behavior
  • Involve a wali (guardian) or family member when appropriate

9.3 Disclaimer of Warranties

10. Account Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may delete your account at any time through the app settings or by contacting support. Upon deletion, your profile will be removed from public view immediately and your data will be deleted in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

10.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for violation of these Terms, suspected fraudulent activity, or any other reason at our sole discretion.

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to access and use the Services ceases immediately. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

11. Limitation of Liability

12. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

12.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal dispute resolution, you agree to contact us at [email protected] and attempt to resolve any dispute informally for at least 30 days.

12.2 Binding Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, any dispute shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules.

12.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE TO RESOLVE DISPUTES WITH US ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY. You waive any right to participate in a class action, collective action, or representative proceeding against NurTech LLC.

12.4 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. General Provisions

  • Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and NurTech LLC.
  • Severability: If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
  • Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right shall not constitute a waiver of such right.
  • Assignment: You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign our rights without restriction.
  • Modifications: We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via in-app notification or email.

14. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

NurTech LLC

Acknowledgment

By using Sukoon, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. May Allah (SWT) guide you to a blessed and fulfilling marriage. Ameen.