Terms of Service

Terms of Service

Our commitment to providing authentic Islamic guidance while maintaining a respectful, scholarly environment for all users.

Last Updated: January 7, 2025 | Effective: January 7, 2025

Islamic Community Guidelines

Ask Sheikh AI is built upon Islamic principles of Adab (proper conduct),Hikmah (wisdom), and Ihsan (excellence). All users must:

  • Respect Islamic Values: Maintain Islamic etiquette in all interactions
  • Seek Authentic Knowledge: Use the platform for genuine Islamic guidance
  • Honor Scholarly Tradition: Respect different madhab perspectives and scholarly opinions
  • Promote Unity: Foster Ummah unity and avoid divisive discussions
  • Maintain Modesty: Follow Islamic principles of Haya in all communications
Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Ask Sheikh AI ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

Who May Use Our Service:

  • Individuals aged 13 and above
  • Users seeking authentic Islamic guidance
  • Scholars, students, and community members
  • Those committed to respectful Islamic discourse

Company Information:

Ask Sheikh AI is operated by MOMEN TECHNOLOGIES LLC, a company dedicated to serving the global Muslim community through technology and authentic Islamic knowledge.

Service Description

AI Islamic Guidance:

  • Access to 4 premium AI models (Gemini, GPT-4, Groq, DeepSeek)
  • Madhab-specific Islamic responses (7 schools of thought)
  • Authentic source citations from Quran and Hadith
  • Multi-language support including Arabic RTL

Ummah Social Platform:

  • Islamic community discussions and networking
  • Dua request system with community support
  • Islamic event planning and RSVPs
  • Gender-respectful content filtering

Digital Islamic Library:

  • Comprehensive Quran and Hadith collections
  • Scholarly articles and Islamic literature
  • Scholar-verified content and fatwas
  • Advanced search and bookmarking features
Subscription Plans & Billing

Available Plans:

Free Forever

Google Gemini AI, unlimited questions, all features

Premium - $9.99/mo

Groq + GPT-4, fast responses, priority support

Ultra - $19.99/mo

DeepSeek Reasoner, advanced analysis, all features

Billing Terms:

  • Automatic Renewal: Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled
  • Cancellation: Cancel anytime without penalty
  • Refunds: Pro-rated refunds available (see Refund Policy)
  • Payment Processing: Secure processing via Stripe
  • Price Changes: 30-day notice for subscription price changes

Free Plan Commitment:

Our Free Forever plan will always remain available, ensuring that basic Islamic guidance is accessible to all Muslims regardless of economic circumstances, in accordance with Islamic principles of knowledge sharing.

User Responsibilities

Account Security:

  • Maintain confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • Provide accurate and current account information
  • Use your account responsibly and in good faith

Content and Conduct:

  • Post only content that aligns with Islamic values
  • Respect copyright and intellectual property rights
  • Avoid spam, harassment, or abusive behavior
  • Report inappropriate content or conduct
  • Maintain respectful discourse in community discussions

AI Usage Guidelines:

  • Use AI responses as guidance, not definitive religious rulings
  • Consult qualified scholars for complex Islamic matters
  • Avoid attempting to manipulate or misuse AI responses
  • Understand that AI responses are based on training data and algorithms
Prohibited Uses

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

Content Violations:

  • Posting content that contradicts fundamental Islamic principles
  • Sharing inappropriate, offensive, or harmful material
  • Spreading misinformation or false Islamic teachings
  • Promoting sectarian hatred or division within the Ummah

Technical Misuse:

  • Attempting to hack, reverse-engineer, or exploit our systems
  • Creating multiple accounts to circumvent limitations
  • Using automated tools to scrape or abuse our service
  • Overloading our systems with excessive requests

Commercial Violations:

  • Unauthorized commercial use of our AI responses
  • Reselling or redistributing our premium features
  • Using our platform for competing commercial services
Important Disclaimers

AI Response Disclaimer:

Ask Sheikh AI provides AI-generated guidance based on Islamic sources and training data. Our responses should be considered as educational and informational assistance, not as definitive religious rulings (fatwas).

Scholarly Consultation:

For complex religious matters, personal Islamic rulings, or situations requiring detailed scholarly analysis, we strongly recommend consulting qualified Islamic scholars in addition to using our AI service.

Madhab Perspectives:

While we strive to accurately represent different madhab perspectives, interpretations may vary among scholars within the same school of thought. Our AI responses reflect general positions and may not cover all scholarly opinions.

Service Availability:

We aim for high availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We may perform maintenance, updates, or modifications that temporarily affect service availability.

Intellectual Property

Our Rights:

  • Ask Sheikh AI platform, design, and original content
  • AI model implementations and customizations
  • Software code, algorithms, and technical innovations
  • Branding, logos, and trademark materials

Your Rights:

  • Your original questions and personal content
  • Permission to use AI responses for personal Islamic guidance
  • Right to share responses for educational purposes with attribution

Islamic Sources:

Quranic verses, authentic Hadith, and classical Islamic texts remain the intellectual property of the global Muslim Ummah. We cite these sources respectfully and encourage their study and distribution.

Account Termination

User Initiated:

  • You may terminate your account at any time
  • Download your data before account deletion
  • Subscription cancellation takes effect at the end of the billing period

Service Initiated:

We may suspend or terminate accounts for:

  • Violation of these Terms of Service
  • Abuse of our platform or community guidelines
  • Fraudulent or illegal activities
  • Persistent disruptive behavior

Process:

  • Warning system for minor violations
  • Opportunity to correct behavior before termination
  • Appeal process for disputed terminations
  • Data deletion according to our retention policies
Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify users of significant changes through:

  • Email notification to registered users
  • In-platform notifications
  • Updates to this page with revision dates

Notice Period: Major changes will include a 30-day notice period before taking effect. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact & Legal

Questions About These Terms:

Governing Law:

These terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws applicable to MOMEN TECHNOLOGIES LLC. Any disputes will be resolved through arbitration or in accordance with our dispute resolution procedures.

Severability:

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.

By using Ask Sheikh AI, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

May Allah bless our efforts to serve the Ummah through authentic Islamic knowledge and community building.