Editorial Policy

Our Commitment to Accuracy

Hijri Guide is committed to providing accurate, reliable, and up-to-date information about the Islamic Hijri calendar, prayer times, Islamic holidays, and related topics. We understand that Muslims worldwide rely on this information for religious observances, and we take that responsibility seriously.

Our team carefully reviews all content before publication. We cross-reference information with authoritative Islamic sources and recognized astronomical calculation methods to ensure correctness. When uncertainty exists regarding dates (such as moon-sighting-dependent dates), we clearly indicate this and provide appropriate disclaimers.

Data Sources

The tools and calculators on Hijri Guide use the following trusted data sources:

• Al-Adhan API — A widely respected, open-source Islamic prayer times API that provides astronomical calculations based on recognized methods from Islamic authorities.
• Moment-Hijri Library — An accurate Hijri/Gregorian date conversion library used as a fallback when external APIs are unavailable.
• Muslim World League (MWL) — Prayer time calculation methods endorsed by the MWL are supported alongside ISNA, Umm Al-Qura, Egyptian, and other regional methods.
• Astronomical Algorithms — Our date conversions follow the astronomical algorithm by Jean Meeus, which is the industry standard for celestial calculations.

Content Standards

Islamic Knowledge Articles

All educational articles about Islamic topics are:

• Written or reviewed by individuals with knowledge of Islamic studies
• Based on information from the Quran, authentic Hadith collections, and established Islamic scholarship
• Cross-referenced with multiple recognized Islamic authorities where topics have scholarly differences
• Presented with respect and sensitivity toward diverse Muslim perspectives and schools of thought (madhabs)
• Updated when new information becomes available or when errors are identified

Calendar and Date Information

Hijri calendar dates involve inherent uncertainty because the Islamic calendar is traditionally based on moon sighting. Our policy on date-related content:

• We use astronomical calculations to provide estimated dates for Islamic events and holidays. These dates are generally accurate but may differ by 1-2 days from official announcements based on moon sighting in specific countries.
• We clearly indicate when dates are estimates and recommend that users verify important dates with their local mosque or Islamic authority.
• Prayer time calculations use established astronomical methods and are accurate for most users. We recommend verification with local mosques for the most precise times, especially during Ramadan.

Editorial Independence

Hijri Guide maintains full editorial independence. Our content decisions are not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, or commercial interests. We do not accept payment for favorable coverage or biased content.

If we display advertising, it does not affect how we present information. Sponsored content or affiliate links, if any, are clearly labeled as such.

Corrections Policy

We are committed to correcting errors promptly. If you find inaccurate information on our website:

1. Please contact us via our contact page with details of the error and your correction.
2. We will review your report within 5 business days.
3. If the error is confirmed, we will correct the content and update the "last updated" date.
4. For significant corrections to factual claims, we may add a correction note to the article.

Our Team

Hijri Guide is maintained by a dedicated team passionate about providing the Muslim community with reliable Islamic calendar tools and educational resources. Our team includes:

• Software developers with expertise in astronomical calculations and Islamic calendar systems
• Content writers with knowledge of Islamic studies and the Hijri calendar
• Community contributors who help verify information and provide feedback

We are committed to continuous improvement. Our platform is regularly updated based on user feedback, corrections, and advances in astronomical calculation methods.

Diversity of Islamic Opinion

Islam is a rich tradition with diverse scholarly opinions on many matters. Hijri Guide respects this diversity. Where topics involve legitimate differences of scholarly opinion (such as prayer time calculation methods, fasting rules in certain edge cases, or jurisprudential differences between madhabs), we aim to:

• Present the most widely held views clearly
• Acknowledge significant scholarly differences where they exist
• Not promote one school of thought over another without clear context
• Encourage users to consult their own scholars for personal religious guidance

Contact

For questions about our editorial standards, to report an error, or to provide feedback on our content, please visit our contact page or email us at support@hijriguide.com.