Privacy Policy for Grow Together Extension

Introduction

Grow Together ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Grow Together browser extension. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information when you use our extension.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Authentication Information: License key and authentication tokens for accessing our service
• Bookmarked Content: URLs, text content, and images from posts you choose to bookmark
• Account Information: Email address associated with your Grow Together account

Automatically Collected Information

• Browser Storage: We store authentication tokens and user preferences locally in your browser
• Usage Data: We do not collect analytics or tracking data

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Authentication: Verifying your identity and license
• Bookmarking Service: Saving and syncing your bookmarked content across devices
• Service Improvement: Maintaining and improving extension functionality

Data Storage and Security

• Local Storage: Authentication tokens are stored securely in your browser's local storage
• Encryption: All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
• No Third-Party Sharing: We do not sell or share your data with third parties

Permissions Explained

Our extension requests these permissions:

• activeTab: Required to read content from posts you choose to bookmark on Twitter/X and Reddit
• storage: Required to store your authentication credentials and preferences locally
• host_permissions (growtogether.dev): Required to communicate with our backend API to save bookmarks

Data Retention

• Active Accounts: We retain your bookmarks as long as your account is active
• Account Deletion: You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us
• Inactive Accounts: We may delete data from accounts inactive for 2+ years with prior notice

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Export your bookmarked content
• Withdraw consent at any time

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Third-Party Services

Our extension interacts with:

• Twitter/X: We read content from posts you bookmark but do not share data with Twitter/X
• Reddit: We read content from posts you bookmark but do not share data with Reddit

We do not embed third-party tracking or analytics in our extension.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new policy with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data:

• HTTPS-only communication
• Secure authentication tokens
• Regular security audits
• Limited data collection

Cookies and Tracking

Our extension does not use:

• Cookies
• Analytics tracking
• Advertising trackers
• Third-party trackers

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices:

• Email: support@growtogether.dev
• Website: https://growtogether.dev
• Support: support@growtogether.dev

Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

• Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

Data Processing

• Data Controller: Grow Together
• Data Location: United States
• Data Processing: We are the sole processor of your data

User Consent

By installing and using the Grow Together extension, you consent to:

• Collection of data as described in this policy
• Storage of authentication credentials
• Processing of bookmarked content for the service

You may withdraw consent by uninstalling the extension and requesting data deletion.

Prohibited Content

When making bookmarks public, you agree to the following restrictions:

• No Affiliate Marketing or Self-Promotion: Users are prohibited from publicizing bookmarks that contain advertisements, promotions, or content for products, services, or entities with which they are affiliated or have a financial interest.