SimpleCounter.co ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use our website at https://simplecounter.co (the "Service"), how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal personal information. Most of our tools (counters, calculators, converters) work entirely in your browser and do not transmit data to our servers. We may collect:
- Usage data: Pages visited, browser type, device type, referrer, and approximate location (country/region) via Google Analytics.
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device for analytics and advertising (see Cookie Policy).
- Local storage: Your counter values, settings, themes, and preferences are stored only on your device.
- Contact data: If you email us, we keep your message and email address to reply.
2. How We Use Information
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Service.
- To understand how visitors use our pages (via aggregated analytics).
- To serve and measure relevant advertising.
- To respond to support requests.
- To detect and prevent abuse.
3. Third-Party Advertising (Google AdSense)
We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google and its partners use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits.
4. Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies and IP addresses (anonymized where possible). For more information see Google's Privacy Policy.
5. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or export your personal data, withdraw consent, or opt out of the sale of personal information. To exercise these rights, contact us via the Contact page.
6. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us data, please contact us.
7. Data Retention
Analytics data is retained according to Google's defaults (up to 14 months). Local storage on your device persists until you clear it.
8. Security
We use HTTPS and reasonable measures to protect data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. The "Last updated" date will reflect changes. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance.
10. Contact
Questions? Email us via the Contact page.