Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions users ask most often.

This page covers the practical details behind Prayer Time: calculation methods, reminders, bookmarks, downloads, location handling and the browser extension.

Methods Reminders Downloads Extension
How are prayer times calculated?
Prayer Time uses third-party prayer data services and lets you change the calculation method directly from the site footer. The right method depends on region and local practice, which is why the method selector is always available.
Does the site store my location?
Yes, your chosen location can be stored locally in the browser so the site and extension can reopen with the same context. You can review more detail on the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy pages.
What is the difference between Surahs, Juz, AI Search and Download?
Surahs lists chapters, Juz groups the Qur'an into reading portions, AI Search helps find verses by meaning, and Download provides full MP3 recitations by reciter for each surah.
Can I change the Qur'an reciter before downloading audio?
Yes. On the Qur'an page, open the Download tab and click the selected reciter label. That opens the existing right-hand settings sidebar where you can switch reciters before downloading.
How do reminders work across the website and extension?
Reminder preferences are stored locally, then used to trigger upcoming-prayer and prayer-start notifications where supported. On the website this appears as in-page toasts, and in the extension as badge timing and browser notifications when permissions allow.
Why might extension notifications not appear?
The extension depends on browser notification permissions and operating-system notification settings. If reminder logic is configured but alerts still do not show, check browser permissions and system-level notification or Focus Assist settings.
Are bookmarks and settings tied to an account?
Core usage is local-first. Many settings and bookmarks are stored in browser storage so you can use the product quickly without mandatory account creation.

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