What mobile apps should I download for Hac?

Before departing for Hac, download these essential apps: IhramOS provides offline-first ritual guidance, GPS-triggered dua suggestions, automated tavaf/sa'i counting, and acil durum SOS features that work without internet — critical when cellular networks are overwhelmed. Nusuk is the official Saudi Ministry app for Hac management, permits, and scheduling. Tawakkalna may be required for certain access points and health verification.

Also download a reliable offline Kur'an app with translation in your language, Google Maps with offline map data for Mekke, Medine, and the holy sites pre-cached, and a translation app (Google Translate supports offline Arabic). The single most important preparation is downloading all offline content before you travel — during peak Hac days with 2+ million hacilar, cellular networks become extremely congested and unreliable. Any app that requires constant internet will fail you when you need it most.