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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 30, 2025

At FlashlightApp.org, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our service. We are committed to transparency and giving you control over your data.

1. Information We Collect

Google Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics to help us improve our service. This includes:

  • Pages you visit and features you use
  • Time spent on the site and session duration
  • Device type, browser, and operating system
  • Approximate geographic location (city/country level)
  • Referring website or search terms

Local Storage Data

We store minimal data in your browser's local storage, including:

  • Strobe warning acceptance logs (timestamp and user agent)

This data never leaves your device and is used only to remember your acknowledgment of health warnings.

What We Don't Collect

We do NOT collect:

  • Personal identification information (name, email, phone)
  • Account information (we don't have user accounts)
  • Payment information (our service is completely free)

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Google Analytics Cookies

Google Analytics uses cookies to track your usage. These cookies include:

_ga

Distinguishes unique users. Expires after 2 years.

_gid

Distinguishes unique users. Expires after 24 hours.

_gat

Throttles request rate. Expires after 1 minute.

How to Disable Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being placed. However, if you do this, you may have to manually adjust some preferences every time you visit a site.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use the collected data to:

  • Understand how users interact with our service
  • Identify which features are most popular
  • Improve user experience and performance
  • Fix bugs and technical issues
  • Make informed decisions about new features

4. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users use our site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.

For more information on how Google uses data, visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

5. Browser Permissions

Our service may request the following browser permissions:

  • Fullscreen Access: To maximize the light display area. This permission is only used when you click the fullscreen button.

We do not request access to your camera, microphone, location, or any other sensitive device features.

6. Data Retention

Google Analytics data is retained according to Google's data retention policies, which we have configured to 14 months. After this period, the data is automatically deleted. Local storage data remains on your device until you manually clear it through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Opt-Out of Google Analytics

You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by:

Clear Local Storage

You can clear local storage data at any time through your browser's developer tools or by clearing your browsing data. This will remove the strobe warning acceptance logs stored on your device.

Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, Google Analytics does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect the information collected through our service. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

11. Contact Us

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

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