As Ramadan begins, millions of Muslims are logging off distractions and embracing one of Islam’s most sacred practices: fasting from dawn to sunset. But in 2026, spiritual discipline doesn’t mean disconnecting from technology.
A growing number of Muslims are turning to faith-driven apps to organize prayer, track Quran recitation, plan meals, and structure their days around worship.
Beyond abstaining from food, Ramadan calls for increased prayer, Quran recitation, charitable giving, nightly Taraweeh prayers, and deeper community engagement. For many, the month is a time to strengthen their relationship with God, cultivate patience and humility, and build habits that last far beyond 30 days.
With technology becoming an integral part of daily life, developers and Muslim communities have created digital tools to help believers stay consistent and intentional throughout Ramadan. Here are five apps Muslims around the world are using this year:
1. Muslim Pro
One of the most widely used Islamic apps, Muslim Pro has been downloaded over 180 million times as of 2024. It provides daily prayer times, Quran recitations with translations, an Islamic calendar, and a Qibla finder pointing to the Kaaba in Mecca.
The app also sends notifications for Suhoor (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (sunset meal) and includes a digital Tasbih for dhikr—the act of remembering and glorifying Allah. A social sharing feature allows users to connect with friends and share reflections, making it a global companion for the holy month.
2. Quranly
Quranly helps users maintain a regular Quran reading habit with personalized goals and progress tracking. Many Muslims aim to complete the Quran during Ramadan, and the app’s streak tracker and goal-setting features make that achievable.
Ad-free and accessible, Quranly supports 18 languages and includes transliteration for non-Arabic speakers. Its gamified system rewards users with hasanat for completing daily recitations—a fun, motivating way to build consistency.
3. MyWaqt
For Muslims balancing work, study, and spiritual commitments, MyWaqt uses the five daily prayers to structure the day. The app turns prayer times into natural anchors, helping users schedule tasks, meetings, and goals around them.
During Ramadan, this becomes especially useful as Suhoor and Iftar add extra time markers, creating a rhythm that aligns work and worship. MyWaqt reflects a growing trend of productivity tools designed specifically for Muslim lifestyles.
4. Tarteel AI
Tarteel, an AI-powered Quran companion, helps users recite, memorize, and connect with the Quran more deeply. Known as the “Shazam for the Quran,” it recognizes verses instantly, highlighting errors in pronunciation or skipped words in real time.
Ideal for memorizing new Surahs during Ramadan, Tarteel logs mistakes for review and analysis. With over 15 million downloads, premium features include hidden verse mode, advanced analytics, and goal tracking.
5. My Halal Kitchen
Food plays a central role in Ramadan, and My Halal Kitchen offers guidance for both Suhoor and Iftar meals. Founded by Muslim-American food writer Yvonne Maffei, the platform provides globally inspired halal recipes, cooking tips, and ingredient advice.
Especially helpful for Muslims in non-Muslim-majority countries, it allows users to plan meals for the month and introduces variety beyond the traditional dates-and-samosas combination. The platform also connects users with halal food suppliers and products directly.
