Frequently asked questions
Is this free?
Yes. Every dataset on the Downloads page is a free, direct download with no account or key required. The API is also free — sign up, generate a key, and start making requests.
Do I need an API key for everything?
No. Bulk downloads never require a key. The live API requires a key for most routes; a few (health checks, the downloads manifest) are always open.
Are there rate limits?
Each API key has a daily and monthly request quota, shown on your dashboard. Limits are meant to keep things fair for everyone, not to monetize usage — if a limit is getting in your way, reach out.
Can I use this data in a commercial project?
Yes, personal and commercial use are both fine. See Terms of Use for the full picture.
What if a dataset I need isn't available yet?
The Downloads page lists some categories as "Coming soon" — these mirror what other Quranic data projects offer, but House of Islam hasn’t packaged them yet. Everything else marked available is ready today.
I found an error in the data — how do I report it?
Content across Quran, hadith, tafsir, and other datasets comes from a mix of sources and may contain mistakes. Let us know through the main House of Islam site and we’ll take a look.