Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, use our Pomodoro timer, or contact us for support.
Personal Information
- Email address (if you choose to create an account)
- Name (if provided)
- Usage preferences and settings
Usage Data
- Timer sessions and productivity statistics
- Device information and browser type
- IP address and general location data
- Pages visited and time spent on our service
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Pomodoro timer service
- Process transactions and send related information
- Send technical notices and support messages
- Respond to your comments and questions
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect our rights and prevent fraud
- With service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)
If you are in the European Union, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA Compliance)
California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, how we use it, and whether we sell or disclose it. You also have the right to request deletion of your personal information and opt-out of the sale of personal information.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser or our cookie preference center.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
10. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@pomodorotimer.com