Privacy Policy – DSA Revision Buddy Chrome Extension

Effective Date: 06-04-2025

Welcome to DSA Revision Buddy, a Chrome Extension that helps users stay consistent in their DSA (Data Structures and Algorithms) practice by sending timely reminders and motivational alerts. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your choices.

1. Information We Collect:

(a) Personal Information:

• None: We do not collect or store personally identifiable information such as your name, email, or contact details.

(b) Usage Information:

• Reminder Preferences: We store the user’s chosen reminder frequency, topics, snooze settings, and notification behavior.
• Extension Interactions: Anonymous interaction data may be collected to help us improve usability and features.

2. How We Use Your Information:

• Reminders: To trigger DSA revision alerts based on your custom timing and preferences.
• Session Preferences: To remember settings like notification sound, delay, and repeat options.
• Extension Improvement: To better understand user behavior and improve the extension features accordingly.

3. Data Storage and Security:

• Chrome Storage: Your preferences are stored locally using Chrome’s secure extension storage API.
• Data Encryption: All data is handled securely, and no personal information is transmitted over the internet.
• Minimal Retention: Data is retained only for as long as necessary to provide the reminder service and user experience continuity.

4. Third-Party Services:

This extension does not rely on third-party APIs or external analytics platforms.

5. Data Sharing Policy:

• No Data Sharing: We do not sell, rent, or share any user data with third parties.
• Local Use Only: All data remains on your local browser and is used solely to power the reminder features.

6. User Control and Data Deletion:

You are in full control of your settings and data:

• Clear Data: You can reset or clear all preferences directly from the extension’s options panel.
• No Login Required: Since no authentication is required, no account or identity is stored.

7. Permissions Justification:

To deliver the core functionality, we request the following permissions:

• "storage": To save your reminder configurations and preferences.
• "notifications": To display pop-up reminders about your DSA practice goals.
• "alarms": To schedule and trigger reminder notifications at the selected time.

8. Cookie Policy:

This extension does not use cookies. All information is handled through Chrome’s local extension storage system.

9. Children’s Privacy:

This extension is intended for general audiences and is not designed for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. Changes to Privacy Policy:

If we update our policy, we’ll notify you through the extension. All changes will be reflected in this document with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us:

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your privacy or this policy, feel free to reach out:

Email: webuildextension@gmail.com

Thank you for using DSA Revision Buddy – your lightweight companion for consistent learning!