🔐 Privacy Policy

Overview

WhatsApp Privacy Mode ("the Extension") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our Chrome extension.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

This includes:

• ❌ No names, email addresses, or contact information
• ❌ No account credentials or login information
• ❌ No browsing history or web activity tracking
• ❌ No location data or device identifiers
• ❌ No behavioral analytics or usage statistics

Local Data Storage

The Extension stores minimal data locally on your device only:

Settings and Preferences:

• ✅ Blur intensity level (1-20 pixels)
• ✅ Enable/disable privacy mode state
• ✅ Hover-to-reveal preference
• ✅ Auto-enable setting
• ✅ Chat message blur preference

Technical Data:

• ✅ Extension version for compatibility
• ✅ Last settings update timestamp

How We Use Information

The locally stored settings are used solely to:

• Remember your privacy preferences between browser sessions
• Maintain your chosen blur intensity settings
• Preserve enable/disable state across WhatsApp Web visits
• Provide consistent user experience

Data Sharing and Disclosure

• ❌ No third-party services or analytics
• ❌ No advertising networks or tracking
• ❌ No external APIs or server communication
• ❌ No data brokers or marketing companies
• ❌ No government agencies (unless legally required)

Data Security

Local Storage Protection

• Data stored using Chrome's secure Storage API
• Information encrypted by Chrome's built-in mechanisms
• Access limited to the Extension only
• No transmission over networks

Extension Security

• Manifest V3 compliance for enhanced security
• Content Security Policy prevents code injection
• Minimal permissions - only essential Chrome APIs
• Host restrictions - limited to web.whatsapp.com only

Your Privacy Rights

Data Control

• Access: View your settings anytime in the Extension popup
• Modify: Change any settings through the Extension interface
• Delete: Remove all data by uninstalling the Extension
• Export: Settings are viewable but not exportable (local storage only)

Data Retention

• Settings persist until you uninstall the Extension
• No automatic data expiration or cleanup
• Manual reset available through Extension settings
• Complete removal upon Extension uninstall

Third-Party Services

• ❌ No analytics services (Google Analytics, etc.)
• ❌ No crash reporting tools
• ❌ No advertising networks
• ❌ No social media integrations
• ❌ No external APIs or databases
• ❌ No cloud storage services

International Data Transfers

Since we don't collect or transmit any data, there are no international data transfers.

Children's Privacy

The Extension does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. Since we don't collect any personal information, the Extension is safe for all age groups.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do:

• Notification: Updated policy posted on GitHub repository
• Effective Date: Changes take effect immediately upon posting
• Version Control: Previous versions available in Git history
• Transparency: All changes documented with clear explanations

Compliance

This Extension and Privacy Policy comply with:

• Chrome Web Store Developer Policy
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Google Chrome Extension Privacy Requirements

Data Processing Lawful Basis (GDPR)

Since we don't process personal data, GDPR data processing principles don't apply. However, for transparency:

• Legitimate Interest: Providing privacy enhancement functionality
• Consent: Implied through voluntary Extension installation
• No Special Categories: No sensitive personal data involved

Verification

You can verify our privacy claims by:

• Code Inspection: Extension source code is available for review
• Network Monitoring: No external network requests made
• Storage Inspection: Chrome DevTools can show local storage only
• Permissions Review: Minimal permissions requested in manifest

Summary