Privacy Policy for Multi-Timer

Effective Date: February 15, 2026

Last Updated: February 15, 2026

1. Information Collection and Use

1.1 Data We DO NOT Collect

Multi-Timer is designed with your privacy in mind. Our app does not:

• Collect any personal information (name, email, phone number, etc.)
• Access your contacts, photos, or media files
• Track your location
• Store any data on external servers
• Require account creation or login
• Monitor your browsing history or app usage
• Access your calendar, messages, or other apps

1.2 Data Stored Locally

The following information is stored only on your device and never leaves your phone:

• Timer Configurations: Timer names and durations you create
• Premium Status: Whether you've purchased the premium version (stored using Android SharedPreferences)
• App Settings: Any preferences you configure within the app

This data is stored locally on your device and is deleted when you uninstall the app.

2. Third-Party Services

2.1 Google Play Services

Multi-Timer is distributed through Google Play Store, which may collect certain information as part of the platform's standard operations:

• Device information (model, operating system version)
• Installation data
• Crash reports and diagnostic information
• Purchase history (if you upgrade to premium)

Google Play Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

2.2 Google AdMob (Free Version Only)

The free version of Multi-Timer displays banner advertisements provided by Google AdMob. AdMob may collect and process the following information:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, mobile network information
• Advertising ID: A unique identifier used for advertising purposes
• IP Address: Your device's IP address for location-based advertising
• Ad Interaction Data: Information about how you interact with ads
• App Activity: Information about your interactions with the app for ad optimization

AdMob Privacy & Messaging: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543

Google Advertising Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

2.3 Opting Out of Personalized Ads

You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

• Visiting Google Ads Settings
• Using your device's settings to reset your advertising ID
• Upgrading to Multi-Timer Premium for a completely ad-free experience

3. Permissions Explained

Multi-Timer requests the following Android permissions:

3.1 Required Permissions

• VIBRATE: Allows the app to vibrate your device when a timer completes
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS (Android 13+): Allows the app to send you notifications when timers finish

3.2 Permissions for Ads (Free Version Only)

• INTERNET: Required to display advertisements in the free version
• ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Allows the app to check internet connectivity for ad loading

Note: The premium version does not use internet or network state permissions for ads.

4. Data Security

We take your privacy seriously:

• All data is stored locally on your device using Android's secure storage mechanisms
• No data is transmitted to external servers (except through Google Play and AdMob as described above)
• We do not have access to any data stored on your device
• Premium status is stored securely using Android SharedPreferences

5. Children's Privacy

Multi-Timer is suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from anyone, including children under 13. The app:

• Does not require registration or personal information
• Does not contain social features or user-generated content
• Does not collect location data
• Shows only family-friendly advertisements (managed by Google AdMob's policies)

6. International Users

Multi-Timer is available worldwide. Third-party services (Google Play and AdMob) may transfer data internationally as part of their operations. Please refer to their privacy policies for details on international data transfers.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: All your timer data is visible within the app
• Deletion: Uninstalling the app deletes all locally stored data
• Modification: You can edit or delete timers at any time within the app
• Opt-Out of Ads: Upgrade to premium to remove all advertisements
• Reset Advertising ID: Reset your advertising ID in your device settings

8. Data Retention

• Local Data: Stored on your device until you uninstall the app or clear app data
• Third-Party Data: Retained according to Google Play and AdMob policies (see their privacy policies)
• Premium Purchase: Stored by Google Play for billing purposes according to their retention policies

9. Changes to This 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. Significant changes will be communicated through:

• An update to the app with notification
• A notice in the app upon first launch after the update

Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Request information about data processing
• Right to Rectification: Correct any inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restriction: Limit how your data is used
• Right to Object: Object to data processing
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format

To exercise these rights regarding AdMob data, please visit Google's My Ad Center.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

12. Contact Information

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

• Email: bt.design.projects@gmail.com
• App Name: Multi-Timer
• Developer: BT Design Projects

13. Consent

By using Multi-Timer, you consent to:

• This Privacy Policy
• The collection and use of information by Google Play and AdMob as described
• The processing of data as outlined in this policy

This Privacy Policy was last updated on February 15, 2026.
Multi-Timer is committed to protecting your privacy.