Privacy Policy

Introduction

Bookmarks Bar Switcher ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Chrome extension.

Extension Overview

Bookmarks Bar Switcher is a Chrome extension that allows users to create, save, and switch between different bookmark bar configurations. The extension helps organize bookmarks into different "states" (e.g., Personal, Work, Development) for efficient browsing.

Information We Collect

What We Collect

• Bookmark Data: Your bookmarks, bookmark folders, and their organization
• Extension Settings: Your auto-save preferences, state names, and configuration options
• Usage Data: Basic extension usage information for functionality

What We Do NOT Collect

• Personal Information: We do not collect names, emails, addresses, or other personal identifiers
• Browsing History: We do not track your browsing history or website visits
• Content Data: We do not access the content of web pages you visit
• Third-Party Data: We do not collect data from other websites or services

How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

• Extension Functionality: To provide the core features of bookmark state management
• Auto-Save: To automatically save your bookmark configurations based on your settings
• State Switching: To switch between different bookmark bar configurations
• Cross-Device Sync: To synchronize your bookmark states across devices (if enabled)

Technical Uses

• Error Handling: To identify and resolve technical issues
• Performance Optimization: To improve extension performance and reliability
• Feature Development: To understand how features are used and improve them

Data Storage and Processing

Local Storage

• Bookmark States: Stored locally on your device for immediate access
• Settings: Your preferences are stored locally for faster performance

Chrome Sync Storage

• Cross-Device Access: Your bookmark states and settings are synced via Chrome's built-in sync
• Data Control: You control Chrome sync settings through your Chrome browser preferences
• Encryption: Chrome sync data is encrypted by Google's secure infrastructure

Data Processing

• Local Processing: All bookmark data is processed locally on your device
• No Server Processing: We do not have servers that process your bookmark data
• No Third-Party Access: Your data is not shared with third-party services

Permissions and Why We Need Them

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We Do Not Share Your Data

• No Third-Party Sharing: We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties
• No Advertising: We do not use your data for advertising purposes
• No Analytics: We do not send your data to analytics services

Legal Requirements

• Law Enforcement: We may disclose information if required by law or court order
• Safety: We may disclose information to protect user safety or prevent fraud
• Service Providers: We do not use external service providers that access your data

Data Security

Protection Measures

• Local Processing: All data processing occurs locally on your device
• Chrome Security: Your data is protected by Chrome's built-in security features
• No External Transmission: Your bookmark data never leaves your device
• Encrypted Sync: Chrome sync data is encrypted by Google's infrastructure

Data Retention

• Local Data: Stored locally until you uninstall the extension
• Sync Data: Managed according to Chrome's sync policies
• No Backup: We do not maintain separate backups of your data

Your Rights and Choices

Data Control

• Access: You can view all your data through the extension interface
• Modification: You can modify or delete your bookmark states at any time
• Export: You can export your data using the built-in export feature
• Deletion: You can delete all data by uninstalling the extension

Chrome Sync Control

• Enable/Disable: You control Chrome sync through your browser settings
• Data Types: You can choose what data to sync in Chrome settings
• Account Management: You manage your Google account and sync preferences

Children's Privacy

Our extension is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Users

If you are using our extension from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated. The data protection and other laws of the United States might not be as comprehensive as those in your country.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the extension
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Notifying users through the Chrome Web Store

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Say no to the sale of personal information
• Access your personal information
• Equal service and price

Consent

By using Bookmarks Bar Switcher, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.