# Al-Qalam

> Al-Qalam (iPhone/iPad app by Farhan ismail.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/al-qalam/id6780040830 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Farhan ismail](https://appshunter.io/developer/6780040832)
- Category: Lifestyle, Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 36 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-10
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/al-qalam/id6780040830/reviews.md

## What is Al?

Al-Qalam (القلم) — The Islamic Super App

Built as sadaqah jariyah — a continuing charity — Al-Qalam is 100% free for every Muslim and seeker of truth.

FEATURES:

> FULL QURAN
All 114 Surahs with Arabic text, 7 translations, and audio recitation from world-renowned reciters including Mishary Al-Afasy and Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais.

> ASK AL-QALAM AI
Your personal Islamic knowledge companion — powered by AI and grounded in Quran and authentic hadith. Ask anything about Islam, from how to pray to the meaning of verses.

> PRAYER TIMES
Accurate prayer times based on your live location. Adhan alerts for each of the 5 daily prayers.

> QIBLA COMPASS
Find the direction of Makkah Al-Mukarramah from anywhere in the world.

> PRAYER TRACKER
Track your 5 daily prayers and build your streak.

> ISLAMIC CALENDAR
Full Hijri calendar with Islamic events, Eid dates, Ramadan, and more.

> HADITH
Verified hadiths with authenticity grades (Sahih, Hasan, Daif) — so you always know what you're reading is authentic.

> COMMUNITY
A safe, moderated space for Muslims and seekers to share their journey, ask questions, and support each other.

> MUSLIM NEWS
Live news from trusted Muslim sources, updated automatically.

> SCHOLAR VIDEOS
Lectures and talks from leading scholars including Mufti Menk, Nouman Ali Khan, Omar Suleiman, and more.

> DARK MODE
Full dark mode support for comfortable night-time reading.

> OFFLINE MODE
Access your favourite Surahs even without an internet connection.

Al-Qalam is not just an app — it is an act of worship. Every feature is built with care, every hadith is verified, and every answer is grounded in authentic Islamic knowledge.

"Read in the name of your Lord who created." — Quran 96:1

Built with love for the Ummah.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2026-07-25

Version 1.4.0 — Major Update

- Tasbeeh Counter — Digital dhikr with custom phrases and adjustable targets
- Dua Library — 24 verified duas with Arabic, transliteration and translation
- 99 Names of Allah — All 99 names with meanings (Al-Asma ul-Husna)
- Namaz E Janaza — Complete funeral prayer guide with step-by-step instructions
- Hajj & Umrah — Full pilgrimage guides with duas and etiquettes
- Quran Auto-Play — Play full Surahs automatically ayah by ayah
- Community Photos — Share photos in community posts
- Community Replies — Reply to posts with threaded conversations
- Delete Posts — Authors can delete their own posts and replies
- Prayer Time Adjustments — Fine-tune times to match your local mosque
- Shia Calculation Methods added
- Makkah method now default for UK users
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.3.2 — 2026-07-12

Version 1.3.2 — Major Update

- Fixed app crash at start
- Mosque Finder — Find mosques near you with directions
- Daily Notifications — Hadith, prayer reminders & Friday Jumu'ah alerts
- Prayer Calculation Method — Choose from 6 methods (ISNA, MWL, Makkah etc)
- Shareable Cards — Share Hadith as beautiful branded cards
- Videos — Curated Islamic videos by topic (Science, Dawah, New Muslims & more)
- Verse of the Day — Auto-refreshing daily Quran verse
- Monthly Prayer Timetable — Full month view with one tap
- City Name — See your location on the prayer times screen
- Calendar — Navigate back and forward through months
- Community — Inline replies and Ameen button
- Scholar Disclaimer — Transparency on video content
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### v1.2.5 — 2026-07-01

Bug fix — resolved app crash on launch

### v1.2.0 — 2026-06-28

Version 1.2 — Major Update

- Personalised experience for New Muslims, Explorers and Born Muslims
- Quran audio now working with 3 reciters (Mishary Al-Afasy, Al-Sudais, Al-Husary)
- Beautiful Adhan sound at prayer times — choose your preferred recitation
- Full Quran redesign with clean Bismillah, translation toggle bar and improved layout
- Username and bio — build your identity in the community
- Weekly Salah streak leaderboard
- Community posts now show real usernames and avatars
- Profile: choose your Adhan sound and preview it

100% free. Built as sadaqah jariyah.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-06-23

Version 1.1 — Major Update

- App now opens directly without requiring sign-in — browse freely
- Full lesson content for Shahada and Five Pillars
- Hadith library expanded to 40 verified hadiths
- Explore tab with 11 full articles and scholar links
- Scholar Videos fully fixed with 7 scholars including Smile2Jannah
- Quran translations now working correctly
- Profile settings fully functional
- Home screen opens by default

100% free. Built as sadaqah jariyah.

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