Antique Clock Movement Identifier

Privacy Policy

Privacy

This site runs entirely in your browser. We do not collect, transmit, or store your inputs on any server.

Last updated: 2026-05-03

Introduction

This privacy policy describes how antique-clock-movement-identifier.hub2.day handles information when you visit or use this site. The site is a focused, independent web utility that helps visitors identify antique clock movements by visual features, estimate era and manufacturer, and count wheels from movement characteristics.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you use the identification tool, you may enter descriptions, measurements, or upload images of clock movements. These inputs are processed in your browser to generate identification suggestions. We do not permanently store your inputs on our servers unless you explicitly choose to share them (for example, by contacting us with details).

Contact Information

If you contact us at hello@antique-clock-movement-identifier.hub2.day, we will use your email address and message content solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not add contact emails to marketing lists or share them with third parties for their own purposes.

Server and Security Logs

Our hosting provider automatically records limited technical information when you access the site, including IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamps. These logs are used for security, abuse prevention, and basic operational monitoring. Log entries are retained for no longer than 90 days unless needed for an ongoing security investigation.

Cookies and Local Storage

Essential Local Storage

The site uses browser local storage to remember your recent identification inputs and preferences so you can continue working without re-entering data on each visit. This data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

Advertising Cookies

This site uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google and its advertising partners may set cookies or use similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity across websites in order to show you ads that are relevant to your interests.

Google may collect and use the following types of information through its advertising on this site:

Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visits to this site and other sites on the Internet.

Your Privacy Choices

GDPR / EEA / UK Visitors

If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, you have the right to consent to non-essential cookies before they are set. When you first visit the site, you will be presented with a consent choice regarding advertising cookies. You may withdraw or change your consent at any time through the cookie settings link available on the site.

Under GDPR, you also have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal data we hold about you, as well as the right to object to or restrict certain processing. Contact us at hello@antique-clock-movement-identifier.hub2.day to exercise these rights.

CCPA / CPRA (California) Visitors

If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information is collected about you, to request deletion of your personal information, and to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. While we do not sell personal information, Google AdSense may use cookies that could be considered "sharing" under the CPRA. You may opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your cookie consent settings or by using Google's Ad Settings at adssettings.google.com.

To submit a privacy request, contact us at hello@antique-clock-movement-identifier.hub2.day.

Opting Out of Personalized Ads

You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google by visiting adssettings.google.com or by using the cookie consent tool on this site. You may also manage cookies directly through your browser settings.

Service Providers

We use the following categories of service providers who may process data on our behalf:

Each service provider processes data according to its own privacy policy and applicable law.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

Children's Privacy

This site is not directed to children under 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us at hello@antique-clock-movement-identifier.hub2.day and we will take steps to delete it.

Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information in our control, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and access-limited server environments. No method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

This site may contain links to external websites, including manufacturer references, horology resources, and auction sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

International Data Processing

This site is operated from and data may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. If you access the site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in a country that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home jurisdiction. By using the site, you consent to this transfer.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at hello@antique-clock-movement-identifier.hub2.day.