Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Purchase Information:

• Email address (for sending download links and support)
• Payment information (processed by Stripe, we never see card details)
• Purchase date and transaction ID

Website Usage:

• IP address and general location
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

Software Usage:

• TimerForge does NOT collect any usage data
• No telemetry or analytics
• The software runs entirely offline on your device

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Process purchases: Complete transactions and send download links
• Provide support: Respond to your questions and troubleshoot issues
• Send updates: Notify you about software updates (you can unsubscribe)
• Prevent fraud: Detect and prevent fraudulent transactions
• Improve our website: Understand how visitors use our site

3. Information Sharing

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We share information only with:

• Stripe: Payment processor (see Stripe Privacy Policy)
• Email service: To send download links and support emails
• Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights

4. Data Storage and Security

Secure Storage:

• All data is stored on secure servers with encryption
• Payment information is handled exclusively by Stripe
• We use industry-standard security measures

Data Retention:

• Purchase records: Retained for accounting and tax purposes (typically 7 years)
• Support emails: Retained for 2 years
• Website analytics: Retained for 1 year

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies for:

• Essential cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics cookies: To understand website usage (you can disable these)

We do NOT use:

• Advertising cookies
• Third-party tracking for ads
• Cross-site tracking

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Unsubscribe: Opt out of marketing emails (link in every email)
• Object: Object to processing of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]

7. Children's Privacy

TimerForge is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us immediately.

8. International Users

If you are outside [Your Country], your information may be transferred to and processed in [Your Country]. By using our service, you consent to this transfer.

GDPR Compliance (EU Users):

• We process data based on legitimate interest and contract performance
• You have all rights under GDPR (access, portability, erasure, etc.)
• Contact our DPO at [email protected]

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data)
• Right to deletion
• Right to non-discrimination

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Material changes will be notified via email.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:

Email: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]

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