Yaqzah
A presence check for Muslims
About
This app provides daily, unannounced voice note reminders to check your heart's presence. It encourages mindfulness and wakefulness through unpredictable prompts, offering a practice rooted in Islamic tradition. Users can customize check frequency and timing, with all data kept private and offline.
What's New in Yaqzah
2.0
August 5, 2026
FAQ
What is Yaqzah?
Yaqzah is a presence check app designed for Muslims. It sends unannounced voice note reminders to prompt users to assess their heart's presence and mindfulness throughout the day.
How does Yaqzah work?
Yaqzah sends voice notes from Ousama Alshurafa asking about your heart's presence. After three breaths, the question is posed, and users reflect on whether their heart was present, drifting, or heedless. The app is designed to be unpredictable to be effective.
Can I control when Yaqzah sends checks?
Yes, you can set the hours during which checks are allowed, ensuring they do not arrive at inconvenient times like 3 am. Within that window, the timing remains unpredictable.
Is Yaqzah private and secure?
Yaqzah is designed to be private by default. It has no account, no server, and no analytics, meaning all presence checks and user responses work entirely offline and never leave your phone.
Does Yaqzah have ads?
No, Yaqzah is free to use and does not contain any advertisements. The core presence check functionality is ad-free.
What are the optional features in Yaqzah?
For a one-time purchase, Yaqzah offers the Muraqabah Challenge, a practice focused on the tongue and heart, and Daily Deeds, a tracker for acts that keep the heart awake. These are optional additions to the free presence checks.
What is the update frequency for Yaqzah?
Yaqzah was last updated on August 5, 2026, with version 2.0. This indicates active development and support for the application.
What devices does Yaqzah support?
Yaqzah is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.
