Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains what data CoinTossSimulator.com ("we", "our", "the site") receives when you use the site, how that data is used, and the choices you have. The site is a free, browser-based coin-flip tool. We aim to keep data handling minimal and to be straightforward about the third parties involved.
Information We Receive
We do not ask you to create an account, submit a form, or provide any personal details to use the simulator. The information we or our service providers may receive includes:
- Standard server and request data, automatically sent by your browser: IP address, user agent, referrer, page requested, and timestamp. This is processed by our hosting provider and our analytics and advertising vendors.
- Usage and device data collected by analytics and ad tags: pages viewed, approximate location (derived from IP), device and browser type, and interaction events.
- Identifiers stored in cookies and similar technologies, used by analytics and ads to recognise repeat visits and to limit ad frequency. See the Cookie Policy for the full list.
- Email contents, only if you choose to email us at the address below. We use that information to reply to you.
We do not knowingly collect any other personal information.
Data Stored Locally in Your Browser
The simulator uses your browser's local storage (not cookies) to save your running flip totals (heads, tails, total) and your sound on/off preference. This data:
- Is stored only on your device.
- Is not transmitted to our servers.
- Can be cleared with the "Reset" button on the home page or by clearing site data in your browser.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The site uses cookies and similar technologies for analytics and advertising. A categorised list of cookies, what they do, and how to opt out is in our Cookie Policy.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how visitors use the site in aggregate — for example, which pages are popular and which devices people use. Google Analytics may set cookies and process IP addresses on our behalf. See how Google uses information from sites that use its services.
Advertising and Google AdSense
This site is supported by advertising. We work with Google AdSense, a Google advertising service. The following standard disclosures apply:
- Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to this site or other sites.
- Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visit to this site and/or other sites on the Internet.
- Users may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.
- You can also opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalised advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info or, in the EU, www.youronlinechoices.eu.
For more on Google's advertising practices, see Google's advertising policy.
Third-Party Services
In addition to Google Analytics and Google AdSense, the site loads:
- Google Fonts — for typography. Your browser fetches font files from Google's servers when you visit the site.
- Web hosting — our hosting provider processes standard server logs for security and performance.
Each third-party service is governed by its own privacy policy.
Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, our legal bases for processing personal data are:
- Consent — for analytics and personalised advertising cookies, where required by your local rules.
- Legitimate interests — for non-personalised measurement, security, fraud prevention, and operating the site.
- Performance of a service — for delivering the simulator to your browser.
Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:
- Access the personal data held about you.
- Request correction or deletion.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Withdraw consent for cookies and personalised ads at any time, using the controls linked above.
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
California residents (CCPA/CPRA): you have the right to know what personal information is collected, to request deletion, to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information for cross-context behavioural advertising, and to be free from discrimination for exercising these rights. To exercise any right, email us using the address below.
Data Retention
We do not maintain our own user database. Data processed by Google Analytics is retained according to the retention period configured in our Google Analytics property (currently the standard default). Server logs held by our hosting provider are retained for a short period for security and operational purposes and then deleted.
Children's Privacy
The site is not directed to children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to remove it.
International Transfers
Our third-party providers, including Google, may process data outside your country of residence, including in the United States. These transfers are made under safeguards offered by each provider (such as the EU-US Data Privacy Framework or standard contractual clauses).
Data Security
The site is served over HTTPS. We rely on the security practices of our hosting provider, Google, and other vendors for the data they handle on our behalf. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last reviewed" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Privacy Contact
For privacy questions, opt-out requests, or any of the rights described above, contact us at:
Email: contact@cointosssimulator.com
If you are writing about a specific right under GDPR or CCPA, please mention this in your message so we can route it correctly.