Privacy Policy

1) Scope

This Privacy Policy describes how ONLINECLOCK.NET (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit or use our website and tools (the “Service”). By using the Service, you agree to the practices described here.

2) Information We Collect

We aim to collect as little information as possible while still keeping the Service fast, reliable, and improving it over time. The information we collect depends on how you use the site and which features you enable.

• Information you provide: If you contact us (for example via a contact form or email), you may provide your name, email address, and message content.
• Device and usage information: When you visit the site, our servers and/or analytics providers may automatically receive information such as IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages visited, timestamps, referrer URLs, and basic interaction signals (for example, which page you loaded).
• Tool preferences stored locally: Many preferences (like dark/light theme or 12/24-hour display) may be stored in your browser using localStorage or cookies to remember your settings.
• Advertising-related data: If we display ads, advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads and measure performance. They may collect identifiers such as cookie IDs and IP address (and in some cases approximate location).

We do not ask you to create an account to use most features, and we do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (such as government IDs, health details, or precise location).

3) How We Use Information

We may use information to:

• Provide and operate the Service (load pages, display tools, remember your settings).
• Improve performance, usability, and reliability (bug fixes, speed optimization, better layouts).
• Understand site traffic and usage patterns (which pages are popular, where errors happen).
• Maintain security and prevent abuse (rate limiting, detecting malicious traffic).
• Communicate with you if you contact us (responding to requests or feedback).
• Support advertising and measure ad performance if ads are enabled on the site.

4) Cookies & Local Storage

We may use cookies and local storage to make the site work better and remember preferences.

• Essential: Some data may be used to keep the site stable and secure.
• Preferences: Example: remembering theme selection or time format.
• Analytics: Example: measuring traffic and site performance.
• Advertising: Example: showing relevant ads and limiting repeated ads.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. You can also clear localStorage data by clearing site data in your browser.

5) Analytics

We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors use ONLINECLOCK.NET. Analytics tools may set cookies or use similar technologies to collect usage data and generate reports.

You can opt out of certain analytics tracking via browser settings, privacy extensions, or vendor-provided opt-out tools where available.

6) Advertising

We may display ads (for example through Google AdSense or other partners). Advertising partners may use cookies, device identifiers, and similar technologies to:

• Deliver, measure, and improve ads.
• Limit the number of times you see the same ad.
• Help estimate conversions and ad performance.

Ads may be personalized or non-personalized depending on your region and your ad settings. You can often adjust ad personalization in your Google account settings (if applicable) and in supported browser controls.

7) Browser Permissions (Notifications, Fullscreen, Audio)

Some features (like alarm notifications) may ask for browser permission. You are always in control:

• Notifications: If you allow notifications, the browser may show alerts for alarms or timers while the site is open.
• Audio: Some browsers require a user gesture before playing sound.
• Fullscreen: Fullscreen mode is optional and can be exited anytime.

You can revoke permissions at any time in your browser settings.

8) Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in limited circumstances, such as:

• Service providers: Vendors that help operate analytics, hosting, or advertising.
• Legal and security: If required by law, or to protect users, our rights, or the safety of the Service.
• Business changes: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (information may be transferred).

9) Data Retention

We retain information only as long as needed for legitimate purposes:

• Local preferences (theme, format) remain in your browser until you clear them.
• Analytics and ad data retention periods vary by provider settings and policies.
• If you contact us, we may keep your message to respond and maintain records of support.

10) Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect the Service. However, no website or internet transmission is 100% secure. Please use the Service with awareness of general internet risks.

11) Children’s Privacy

ONLINECLOCK.NET is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps.

12) International Users

If you access the Service from outside the country where our servers or providers operate, your information may be processed in other countries. Data protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction.

13) Your Choices & Rights

You may have choices and rights depending on your location, including:

• Cookie controls: Block or clear cookies in your browser.
• Local storage: Clear site data to remove saved settings.
• Ad personalization: Adjust ad settings where supported by the ad provider.
• Access/Deletion requests: If you contacted us and want your message removed, contact us (we’ll evaluate requests where applicable).

14) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated policy.

15) Contact Us

If you have questions or requests related to privacy, contact us here: https://onlineclock.net/contact/