Overview
CoinFlipNow is designed to work without signups or personal information. We collect only limited technical data needed to operate the site, protect against abuse, and understand general usage. We do not sell personal information, and we keep analytics to a minimum.
What Data We Collect
Data We Do NOT Collect
- We do not require accounts or collect your name, email, or phone number
- We do not collect personal identification information
- We do not track which specific coins you flip or your flip results
- We do not store your flip statistics on our servers
- We do not collect location data
Data We DO Collect
Flip Statistics (Stored Locally Only)Your flip statistics (total flips, heads count, tails count) are stored only in your browser's local storage. This data never leaves your device and is not sent to our servers. We have no access to this data.
Technical Data (For Site Operation)We collect only the minimum technical data needed to keep the site working:
- IP address (for security and abuse prevention)
- Browser type and version
- Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
- General traffic patterns (pages visited, time on site)
This data is used to detect and prevent abuse, maintain site stability, and understand general usage patterns.
Google AdSense DataGoogle AdSense displays ads on our site and may collect data for ad targeting and analytics. Google may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other sites. You can opt out of personalized ads by visiting Google's Ad Settings. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
How We Use Your Data
We use the limited data we collect for:
- Site Operation: Ensuring the coin flip tool works correctly
- Security: Detecting and preventing abuse, fraud, or attacks
- Performance: Understanding general traffic patterns to improve the site
- Analytics: Measuring basic performance metrics (page views, bounce rate, session duration)
We do not use your data for:
- Personalization or user profiling
- Selling or sharing with third parties
- Marketing or promotional purposes
- Any purpose beyond what's listed above
Cookies
Essential Cookies
We do not use essential cookies for site functionality. The coin flip tool works without any cookies.
Local Storage
Your flip statistics are stored in your browser's local storage, not cookies. This is stored only on your device, never sent to our servers, and under your complete control (you can delete it anytime).
Google AdSense Cookies
If you see ads on our site, Google AdSense may use cookies to serve ads relevant to your interests, track ad performance, and prevent ad fraud. You can control these cookies through Google's Ad Settings or by enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser.
Data Retention
- Flip Statistics: Stored only in your browser until you clear your local storage
- Technical/Analytics Data: Retained for up to 12 months for performance analysis
- AdSense Data: Retained according to Google's Privacy Policy
We do not retain any personal information.
Third-Party Services
Google AdSense
- Displays ads on our site
- May collect data for ad targeting and analytics
- Subject to Google's Privacy Policy
Hosting & CDN
Our site is hosted on secure servers and uses content delivery networks (CDNs) to serve assets efficiently. These services may log IP addresses for performance and security. We do not share your personal data with any third parties. Technical data shared with hosting and CDN providers is limited to what's necessary for site operation.
Your Rights & Choices
You can:
- Use the site without providing any personal information
- Clear your flip statistics anytime by clearing your browser's local storage
- Opt out of personalized ads through Google's Ad Settings
- Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
- Contact us with privacy questions at support@coinflipnow.com
You cannot:
- Opt out of essential technical data collection (needed for site security and operation)
Security
We take security seriously. We use HTTPS encryption for all data in transit, standard security practices to protect against unauthorized access, and regular monitoring for suspicious activity. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your devices secure.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
Compliance
This privacy policy complies with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act), and other applicable privacy laws. If you are a resident of the EU or California, you have additional rights regarding your personal data. Since we collect minimal personal information, most of these rights are not applicable.