Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Guru Countdown.

Last updated: August 8, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

  • Name and email address for account creation
  • Profile information and preferences
  • Countdown data and customization settings
  • Usage analytics and interaction data
  • Communication records when you contact us

Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system and platform
  • Usage patterns and feature interactions
  • Error logs and performance data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our countdown services
  • Process your account registration and manage your profile
  • Send you important service updates and notifications
  • Improve our platform and develop new features
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Ensure security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Secure data centers and infrastructure
  • Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We strive to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities
  • Withdrawal: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@gurucountdown.com

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze how you use our platform
  • Improve our services and user experience
  • Provide personalized content and features

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect some features of our platform.

7. Third-Party Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new policy on our website
  • Sending you an email notification
  • Displaying a notice in our application

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@gurucountdown.com