PRIVACY POLICY

Countdown Widgets – by Earnestly Studios

Last Updated: February 23, 2026

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Countdown Widgets ("we," "our," or "us"). Countdown Widgets is a simple utility app that lets you create and track countdowns to your most important moments. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your information.

Our Promise: All your data stays on your device. We do not collect, sell, share, or monetize your personal information.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Countdown Widgets does not collect personal information. The only data used by the app is:

Information You Provide

• Countdown Events: Titles, dates, and emoji you enter to create countdown timers. This data is stored locally on your device only.

Information Collected Automatically

• Crash Reports: Technical information when the app crashes, provided through Apple's standard crash reporting system, to help us fix bugs.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information only to:

• Provide App Services: Display your countdowns and widget data on your device.
• Improve the App: Analyze crash reports to fix bugs and improve stability.

DATA STORAGE & SECURITY

Local Storage Only

All countdown data is stored locally on your device using Apple's standard storage (UserDefaults/App Groups). This means:

• Your data never leaves your device
• We have no ability to access, view, or retrieve your data
• No external servers are involved

No External Servers

Countdown Widgets does not transmit any personal data to any external servers.

DATA SHARING

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. Your data is never shared for marketing purposes.

We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With Apple (App Store, crash reporting) solely to operate the app.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

IN-APP PURCHASES

If you purchase the Pro upgrade, the transaction is handled entirely by Apple through the App Store. We do not receive or store your payment information.

YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES

You have full control over your data:

• Deletion: Delete any countdown or all app data by removing the app from your device.
• No Account Required: The app does not require sign-in or any personal information.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Countdown Widgets is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

INTERNATIONAL USERS

Countdown Widgets is operated from the United States. Your data is stored locally on your device and is never transmitted to external servers. For information about how Apple handles any incidental data (e.g., crash reports), please refer to Apple's Privacy Policy.

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of Countdown Widgets after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

CONTACT US

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

• Email: support@earnestlystudios.com
• Website: earnestlystudios.com

Earnestly Studios LLC
Countdown Widgets App
United States