> NOTE: This privacy policy is for reference only, the version in effect is at https://github.com/lcandy2/gitingest-extension/blob/main/PRIVACY.md

Privacy Policy Reference
Last updated: 26 December 2024

Overview
GitIngest Extension is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it. This policy applies to all users of our browser extension, regardless of location.

Important Note: This extension is designed to be completely offline-capable and does not transmit any data to any servers. All functionality is handled locally within your browser.

Disclaimer: This extension only provides a redirect functionality to GitIngest.com or other user-configured URLs. Any data collection, processing, or usage that occurs on these websites is governed by their respective privacy policies and is not covered by this privacy policy. We are not responsible for and have no control over the privacy practices of these external services.

Data Collection
What We Collect
The extension collects and stores:

Service URL Configuration: If you choose to use a custom GitIngest service instance, the extension stores your configured base URL locally in your browser.
What We Don't Collect
The extension does NOT collect:

Personal information
GitHub account information
Repository data
Browsing history
Usage statistics
Cookies or tracking data
Any other user data
Zero Data Transmission
By design and as verified in our open-source code:

No data is ever transmitted to our servers
No data is ever transmitted to third-party servers
No analytics or tracking code is implemented
All operations are performed locally in your browser
The extension functions completely offline after installation
Data Use
The stored Service URL Configuration is used solely to:

Redirect GitHub repository pages to your configured GitIngest service
Maintain your preferred GitIngest service setting between browser sessions
We do not:

Process this data for any other purpose
Share this data with any third parties
Use this data for analytics or tracking
Combine this data with other information
Upload or transmit this data anywhere
Data Storage and Security
All configuration data is stored locally in your browser using the browser's built-in storage API
Data never leaves your browser
No external servers are involved in any operations
No third-party analytics or tracking is implemented
Data is stored securely within your browser's protected storage area
Your Privacy Rights
For All Users
Access: View your stored configuration at any time through the extension popup
Deletion: Clear your data through browser settings or by uninstalling the extension
Modification: Update your configuration through the extension popup
Portability: Export your browser data using built-in browser tools
For European Users (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights:

Right to be informed: This policy provides transparent information about our data practices
Right to access: View all your stored data through browser settings
Right to rectification: Modify your configuration at any time
Right to erasure: Remove all stored data by uninstalling the extension
Right to restrict processing: Not applicable as we only store, not process your data
Right to data portability: Export your data using browser tools
Right to object: Not applicable as we don't process data for marketing or profiling
Rights related to automated decision making: Not applicable as we don't make automated decisions
For California Residents (CCPA)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the following rights:

Right to know: This policy discloses all data collection and use
Right to delete: Remove your data through browser settings or extension uninstallation
Right to opt-out: Not applicable as we don't sell personal information
Right to non-discrimination: We don't discriminate based on privacy choices
Permissions
GitHub.com Access
The extension requires access to GitHub.com (*://*.github.com/*) to:

Detect repository pages
Add the "Open in GitIngest" button
Generate correct GitIngest service URLs
This access is used solely for enhancing the GitHub interface with GitIngest functionality and does not involve collecting or transmitting any data from GitHub pages.

Redirect Functionality
The extension's core functionality is to redirect users from GitHub repository pages to GitIngest services:

By default, redirects go to GitIngest.com
Users can configure a custom GitIngest service URL
The extension is not involved in and cannot access any data processing that occurs on these external services
Users should review the privacy policies of their configured GitIngest services
Storage Permission
Storage permission is used exclusively for:

Storing your preferred GitIngest service URL
Maintaining your configuration across browser sessions
International Data Transfers
No data transfers occur as all data is stored locally in your browser.

Children's Privacy
Our extension does not knowingly collect any personal information from children under 13 years of age.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in this document with an updated version number. Significant changes will be communicated through our GitHub repository.

Contact Information
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our treatment of your data, please open an issue in our GitHub repository