What is the ruling on selling "coins" (points) collected in the "Yalla Chat" application by accumulating them through multiple accounts without using the application, knowing that these points enable the buyer to use the microphone and purchase features in rooms that may contain inappropriate content or images of women, and that their sale has become widespread due to limited job opportunities? Does the ruling differ based on living conditions, and is it permissible to sell them for public benefit, such as spending on the poor or purchasing weapons?
There are Sharia-related caveats in the aforementioned work, including cheating and deception by giving customers the impression of a large number of visitors. This is forbidden, based on the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "He who cheats us is not of us, and scheming and deceit are in Hellfire." Another caveat is selling points if they are mostly used in forbidden conversations, as the ruling depends on the predominant use. These caveats are sufficient to prohibit working in this field, unless a person finds no permissible means of livelihood; in such a case, it is permissible for him until he finds another way. As a reminder, "Verily, no soul shall die until it completes its term and receives its full provision. So, fear Allah, and be excellent in seeking. And let not the delay in provision lead anyone of you to seek it by disobeying Allah, for indeed, what is with Allah cannot be attained except through His obedience."
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