Terms of Use

Welcome to IslamicMessages.co.za. By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

Last updated: January 2025

1. About This Website

IslamicMessages.co.za is a South African Islamic educational website providing free access to articles, Qur'anic content, Seerah, Companion biographies, Islamic quizzes, children's resources, and a book store. Our content is intended for Muslims and anyone seeking to learn about Islam in a respectful, family-friendly environment.

2. Use of Content

All content on IslamicMessages.co.za — including articles, stories, quizzes, PDFs, HTML books, images and design — is the property of IslamicMessages.co.za or is used with permission. You may:

• Read, share and print our articles for personal, educational and da'wah purposes
• Share links to our pages on social media and messaging platforms
• Use brief quotations with clear attribution to IslamicMessages.co.za

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce or republish our articles or content in full on another website without written permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes without prior written consent
• Remove our branding or attribution from any content
• Attempt to reverse-engineer, copy or redistribute our quiz files or interactive tools

3. Book Store and Purchases

Our website offers Islamic books and storybooks for purchase. By purchasing through our site you agree that:

• All prices are listed in South African Rand (ZAR)
• Payment is processed securely through PayFast
• Digital products (PDF/HTML books) are delivered by email and are non-refundable once downloaded
• Physical books are subject to our standard delivery and refund policy — please contact us within 7 days of receipt if you have a problem with your order

4. Islamic Content Standards

All content on IslamicMessages.co.za is intended to reflect authentic Islamic teaching based on the Noble Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. While we strive for accuracy, we acknowledge that Islamic scholarship is vast and complex. If you believe any content contains an error, please contact us so we can review and correct it. We are committed to presenting Islam truthfully and responsibly.

5. User Conduct

When using this website you agree to:

• Treat all content and other users with respect
• Not use the site for any unlawful purpose
• Not attempt to disrupt, hack or damage the website or its systems
• Not post or submit any content that is offensive, abusive or contrary to Islamic values

6. Prayer Times

The prayer times provided on our website are calculated using the AlAdhan API and the Muslim World League (MWL) method. These are provided as a guide only. Times may differ slightly from your local masjid due to regional calculation methods. Always confirm with your nearest masjid for the most accurate local times.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external Islamic websites and resources. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites and inclusion of a link does not constitute endorsement. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

8. Disclaimer

The content on IslamicMessages.co.za is provided for educational and informational purposes. It does not constitute formal Islamic legal (Fiqh) rulings or professional advice. For matters of Islamic law (Fatwa), please consult a qualified Islamic scholar. IslamicMessages.co.za shall not be held liable for any action taken based on the content of this website.

9. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

10. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please visit our Contact Us page and we will be happy to assist.