Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 4, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to countdown-gif.net ("the Website", "we", "us", or "our"). We provide a free online tool that allows users to generate countdown GIF images. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our Website, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

By using countdown-gif.net, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

2. Information We Collect

We do not require you to create an account or provide any personal information to use the Website. However, certain data is collected automatically when you visit or interact with our site.

2.1 Data Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, the following data may be collected automatically:

  • IP address (typically anonymised before storage)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring URL (the page you visited before arriving at our site)
  • Pages visited and time spent on those pages
  • General geographic location (country/city level, derived from IP)
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)

2.2 GIF Generation Data

When you use our GIF generator tool, technical parameters you configure (such as countdown values and display settings) are processed solely to generate your requested GIF. We do not store or associate this information with any personal profile.

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. See Section 4 for full details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the data collected for the following purposes:

  • To deliver and maintain the Website and GIF generation service
  • To analyse how visitors use the Website and improve its functionality
  • To measure the performance of advertising campaigns
  • To detect and prevent technical errors or abuse
  • To comply with applicable legal obligations

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use the following categories of cookies:

4.1 Strictly Necessary / Technical Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly. They may be set to ensure the site loads properly, maintain session stability, or support security measures. These cookies do not require your consent under most privacy regulations, as they are technically required to provide the service you have requested.

4.2 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Website. Google Analytics sets cookies that collect anonymised information about page views, session duration, traffic sources, and general location. Data is processed by Google LLC. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4.3 Advertising Cookies (Google Ads)

We display advertisements served by Google Ads (Google AdSense / Google Ad Manager). Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Website or other websites. You can manage your Google ad personalisation preferences at Google Ad Settings.

By using our Website, you consent to the placement of advertising cookies where required by law. Where a consent mechanism (cookie banner) is presented to you, your choices will be respected.

4.4 Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies; however, doing so may affect the functionality of the Website. For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help section.

5. Third-Party Services

Our Website integrates with the following third-party services that may collect data independently:

  • Google Analytics — web analytics (Google LLC, USA)
  • Google Ads / AdSense — online advertising (Google LLC, USA)

These third parties have their own privacy policies and data processing practices, which we do not control. We encourage you to review their policies directly.

6. International Data Transfers

Our third-party partners (including Google) may transfer and process your data in countries outside your own, including the United States, which may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. Google relies on Standard Contractual Clauses and other approved transfer mechanisms to safeguard such transfers in compliance with applicable law.

7. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Legitimate interests — for analytics and site performance monitoring, where such interests are not overridden by your rights
  • Consent — for non-essential cookies, including advertising cookies, where required by law
  • Legal obligation — where processing is necessary to comply with applicable law

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
  • Right to rectification — request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure — request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to restrict processing — request that we limit how we use your data
  • Right to object — object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to data portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to withdraw consent — where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time
  • Right not to be subject to automated decision-making

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 11. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30 days for GDPR requests).

California Residents (CCPA) If you are a California resident, you may also have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

9. Data Retention

We retain automatically collected data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy. Google Analytics data is retained according to the retention settings we have configured (typically 14 months). Advertising-related data is retained per Google's own policies.

Technical cookies are session-based or expire within a short period. We do not store GIF generation inputs beyond the time needed to generate and serve your file.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain EEA member states). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it promptly.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have a complaint about our data practices, please contact us at:

Website: https://countdown-gif.net

If you are located in the EEA and are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority. A list of EU supervisory authorities is available at edpb.europa.eu.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.