Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 26, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to AdvTimer, a free advanced timer web application. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our service. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices.
Information We Collect
Local Data Storage
AdvTimer stores all your timer settings, session data, and preferences locally in your browser's local storage. This includes:
- Timer configurations and preferences
- Session history and productivity statistics
- App settings (theme, notifications, etc.)
- Custom timer presets
Important: All this data remains on your device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third parties.
Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with AdvTimer. This helps us improve the application. Google Analytics may collect:
- Anonymous usage statistics
- Browser type and version
- Device information (screen size, operating system)
- General geographic location (country/city level)
- Pages visited and features used
This data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify individual users.
How We Use Information
- Local Data: Used solely to provide timer functionality and maintain your preferences across sessions
- Analytics: Used to improve AdvTimer's performance, fix bugs, and develop new features
- Advertising: We may display relevant ads through Google AdSense to support the free service
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties. Since AdvTimer stores all user data locally:
- Your timer data never leaves your device
- We have no access to your personal timer sessions or settings
- Only anonymized analytics data is shared with Google Analytics
Cookies and Tracking
AdvTimer uses minimal cookies and tracking technologies:
- Local Storage: To save your app preferences and timer data
- Google Analytics Cookies: To track anonymous usage statistics
- AdSense Cookies: To display relevant advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality.
Data Security
Since all your personal data is stored locally on your device:
- Your timer data security depends on your device's security
- We recommend keeping your browser and device updated
- Clear your browser data if using AdvTimer on shared computers
Your Rights
You have complete control over your data:
- Access: All your data is visible within the AdvTimer interface
- Deletion: Clear your browser's local storage or use AdvTimer's reset function
- Export: Use AdvTimer's export feature to download your data
- Portability: Your exported data can be used with other applications
Children's Privacy
AdvTimer is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since all data is stored locally, parents have full control over their children's usage data.
International Users
AdvTimer is operated from Milan, Italy, and complies with GDPR requirements. Users from all countries can use our service with the same privacy protections.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or AdvTimer's privacy practices, please contact us through our contact page.