JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – In a city where the call to prayer is not just a sound but a spiritual rhythm, a new mobile application is revolutionizing how Muslims experience the mosque. Aqam (أقام), a faith-based mobile app designed to stream live Adhan, Iqamah, prayers, and Friday Khutbahs, is quickly gaining popularity among the residents of Jeddah.
Launched with the vision of bringing the mosque closer to those who can’t always attend in person, Aqam has been praised as a “digital bridge to the masjid,” especially for the elderly, working professionals, parents, and frequent travelers.
Bridging Tradition and Technology
Aqam allows users to select their preferred mosque in Jeddah through an interactive in-app map and instantly start streaming live audio transmissions. With just a few taps, users can hear the Adhan as it is being called, listen to the Iqamah and Friday sermons, and stay spiritually connected—regardless of where they are physically. Whether sitting in traffic, working late, or traveling outside the city, users can experience the mosque’s spiritual energy in real time.
Unlike generic prayer apps that rely on pre-recorded sounds or fixed prayer schedules, Aqam delivers a personalized, live experience that reflects the spiritual rhythm of each user’s chosen mosque. This makes it not just a utility app—but a living extension of the masjid experience. It brings comfort and familiarity, especially for users who have deep emotional ties to their local mosque and miss the communal atmosphere.
“This app feels like having a mosque in your pocket,” said Omar Al-Harbi, a Jeddah-based software engineer and early user of the app. “Whether I’m stuck in traffic or traveling for work, Aqam helps me stay grounded and spiritually in sync with my community.”
Serving Diverse Audiences
While the app is simple in design, its impact is broad and meaningful. It is already being used by:
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Elderly individuals who can no longer attend the mosque daily due to health or mobility issues.
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Busy professionals who often miss congregational prayers and Friday Khutbahs due to work.
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Travelers who want to stay connected to their home mosque while away.
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Parents and families looking to expose children to the spiritual sounds of Adhan and prayer life.
“Aqam isn’t replacing the mosque,” It’s simply ensuring that no one misses the experience of being spiritually present—even when physically distant.”
Privacy, Accessibility, and Real-Time Features
Aqam requires two permissions—location and microphone—to deliver its full experience:
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Location Access: Used to identify nearby mosques and provide relevant streaming options, with access limited to when the app is in use.
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Microphone Access: Enables real-time audio input for mosques with streaming capabilities, enhancing the live prayer connection.
The app also includes real-time notifications to remind users of upcoming prayer times, Iqamah announcements, and new sermon broadcasts.
An App Born from a Need
The idea for Aqam was born out of a common problem: despite the spiritual importance of being present at the mosque, life sometimes gets in the way. Be it traffic congestion, long office hours, or elder care responsibilities, many Muslims in Jeddah felt they were missing out on one of the most important aspects of their faith.
“We wanted to solve a very real issue faced by modern Muslims.”
With this app, we’re using technology to bring the ummah closer together.
Rapid Adoption and Growing Impact
Since its soft launch, Aqam has already recorded hundreds of downloads on both Android and iOS platforms. Positive user feedback and increasing word-of-mouth endorsements suggest the app could soon become a staple in Muslim households across Saudi Arabia.
Download and Stay Connected
The app is now available for free on major app stores:
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🌐 Official Website: https://aqam.sa/
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📱 Google Play Store: Download for Android
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📱 Apple App Store: Download for iOS
A Vision for the Future
The developers hint at future updates, including potential video streaming, saved khutbah archives, and community features to enhance the user experience even further. With Aqam (أقام), it’s clear that technology and tradition can walk hand in hand—preserving the essence of faith while adapting to the needs of modern life.
As the Islamic world continues to embrace innovation, Aqam (أقام) stands as a model of how digital tools can enrich spiritual lives without compromise.
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