CountdownGuru

Privacy Policy

Updated: 10/05/2025

Introduction

Welcome to CountdownGuru ("CountdownGuru," "we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and related services to create and embed countdowns.

Your privacy is important to us. This policy describes our commitment to protecting your personal information and your rights regarding your data.

Information We Collect

1. Countdown Data

  • What we collect: Countdown title, target date/time, timezone, display options (e.g., colors, font, which units to show), visibility (public or private), and a generated public id

  • How we use it: To render, share, and embed countdowns as you configure them

  • Storage: Stored securely in our backend database

  • Retention: Retained until you delete the countdown

2. User Account Information

  • What we collect: Email address and authentication identifiers if you choose to sign in

  • How we use it: To provide account features and associate countdowns with your account

  • Storage: Stored securely in our authentication and user tables

  • No‑account usage: You can create countdowns without signing in. Content created while signed out may not be linkable to a later account

3. Usage and Log Data

  • What we collect: Basic server logs and request metadata (e.g., IP address, timestamps) necessary for security and operational integrity

  • How we use it: To operate, secure, and improve the service

  • Retention: Retained for a limited period consistent with our operational needs

4. Local Storage (on your device)

  • What we store: Preferences like embed sizing may be saved in your browser’s localStorage

  • How we use it: To remember your preferences between visits

  • Retention: Remains on your device until you clear your browser storage

Device Permissions

CountdownGuru is a web application and does not require device permissions like microphone, calendar, or reminders. Your browser may prompt for standard web storage (cookies/localStorage) used for essential functionality only.

Third-Party Services

Convex (Backend Platform)

  • Purpose: Database and authentication services

  • Data Shared: Countdown content and account identifiers (if signed in)

  • Privacy Policy: Convex Privacy Policy

Hosting and External Sites

  • Purpose: We host our website with a cloud provider and provide embed code you can place on external sites

  • Note: External sites where you embed countdowns are governed by their own privacy policies

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

  • Certain preferences (like embed size) are stored locally on your device

  • You can remove local data by clearing your browser storage

Cloud Storage

  • User accounts (if used) and countdowns are stored in secure cloud infrastructure

  • All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS

  • We implement industry‑standard security measures to protect your data

Data Retention

  • Countdowns: Retained until you delete them

  • Account data: Retained until you delete your account

  • Operational logs: Retained for a limited time to ensure security and reliability

No‑Account Usage

  • You may create and share countdowns without signing in

  • Content created while signed out may not be linkable to a later account; contact support if you need help removing content you created while signed out

Your Rights and Choices

Data Access and Control

  • View Data: View your countdowns via their links or within your account (if signed in)

  • Delete Data: You can delete individual countdowns; if signed in, you can request account deletion

Account Deletion

  • If you delete your account, we delete your authentication record and associated user profile

  • Countdown content created while signed out may not be associated with your account; please contact support if you need assistance removing such content

Marketing Communications

  • We do not currently send marketing communications

  • Any future communications will include clear opt‑out mechanisms

Children's Privacy

CountdownGuru is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your country of residence. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated by updating this page and, where appropriate, by additional notice.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis depends on context:

  • Performance of Contract: To provide the service you request

  • Legitimate Interests: To operate, secure, and improve our service

  • Consent: Where required for specific features

  • Legal Obligation: Where processing is required by law

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: support@countdownguru.com

For GDPR‑related inquiries or to exercise your rights under applicable data protection laws, please use the contact information above and specify the nature of your request.

Note: This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with major privacy regulations including GDPR and CCPA. Please consult with legal counsel to ensure compliance with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.