1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Dyslexia Tool ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our Chrome extension. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our extension.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information We DO NOT Collect
- No browsing data: We do not collect, store, or transmit any webpages you visit
- No personal information: We do not collect names, emails, or any personally identifiable information
- No usage analytics sent to servers: All analytics data is stored locally on your device only
- No typing content: We do not transmit any text you type to external servers
2.2 Information Stored Locally (On Your Device Only)
All data below is stored only on your device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third parties.
1. Voice Notes
- Audio recordings you create using the Voice Note feature
- Stored in Chrome's IndexedDB (local browser storage)
- You can delete notes at any time via the extension popup
- Monthly limit: 50 notes (stored locally)
2. Settings & Preferences
- Font settings (enabled/disabled, spacing preferences)
- Companion mode settings
- Theme preferences
- Stored in Chrome's local storage
3. Feature Usage Data
- Anonymous feature usage counts (e.g., how many times you used text-to-speech)
- Stored locally for improvement purposes only
- Never transmitted to external servers
3. How We Use Information
All data processing happens locally on your device:
- Voice Recording: Audio is captured, processed, and stored entirely within your browser
- Text Assistance: Spelling suggestions are generated locally using a built-in dictionary
- Text-to-Speech: Uses your browser's built-in speech synthesis (no external API calls)
- Reading Ruler: Visual overlay rendered locally in your browser
4. Permissions We Request
Our extension requests the following Chrome permissions:
| Permission |
Why We Need It |
activeTab |
To apply dyslexia-friendly fonts and features to the current webpage |
storage |
To save your settings and voice notes locally |
offscreen |
To access microphone for voice notes (required by Chrome Manifest V3) |
<all_urls> |
To provide assistance on any webpage where you need it |
We do not use these permissions to:
- Track your browsing history
- Collect personal information
- Inject advertisements
- Sell data to third parties
5. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not share, sell, or disclose any information to third parties.
All data remains on your device. The only exceptions are:
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or legal process
- Service Providers: No third-party services are used for data processing
- Business Transfers: In the unlikely event of a merger or acquisition, user data would remain protected under this policy
6. Voice Recording & Microphone Access
When you use the Voice Note feature:
- Permission Request: Chrome will ask for microphone permission
- Local Processing: Audio is recorded and processed entirely in your browser
- Local Storage: Recordings are stored in Chrome's IndexedDB on your device
- Your Control: You can delete recordings anytime via the extension popup
- No Upload: Audio files are never uploaded to any server
7. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Our extension is designed to be safe for users of all ages:
- We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
- No personal information is collected from any user
- Parents can review this privacy policy and delete any voice notes created by their children
- The extension functions fully without any account registration
8. Your Rights & Choices
You have full control over your data:
- Access: All your data is accessible through the extension
- Delete: You can delete voice notes anytime via the popup
- Disable: You can turn off any feature (Companion Mode, Voice Notes, etc.)
- Uninstall: Removing the extension deletes all locally stored data
9. Data Retention
- Voice Notes: Stored until you delete them or reach the 50-note monthly limit
- Settings: Stored until you uninstall the extension or reset settings
- All Data: Automatically cleared when you uninstall the extension
10. Security
We implement appropriate security measures:
- Local Storage: Data stored in Chrome's secure storage mechanisms
- No Server Transmission: Core features require no internet connection
- Minimal Permissions: We request only the permissions necessary for functionality
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically:
- Updated policy will be posted with a new "Last Updated" date
- Significant changes will be communicated through the extension update notes
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy:
- Email: sheepit19.prog@gmail.com
- GitHub: https://github.com/sheepit19-prog/dyslexia-tool
13. Third-Party Links
Our extension may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
14. Consent
By using the Dyslexia Tool extension, you consent to this Privacy Policy.