Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Extension Radar ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web-based platform and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account or use our Service, we may collect:

• Email address (for account creation and authentication)
• Name and profile information (if provided)
• Payment information (processed securely through Paddle, our payment provider)
• Feedback and support communications

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

• Device fingerprint (for usage tracking and rate limiting)
• IP address and browser information
• Usage data (searches performed, analyses requested, features used)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Public Data

We collect and analyze publicly available data from the Chrome Web Store, including extension listings, reviews, and ratings. This data is publicly accessible and not considered personal information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Process transactions and manage subscriptions
• Enforce usage limits and prevent abuse
• Send you service-related communications
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use third-party services (Clerk for authentication, Paddle for payments) that may process your data
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

5. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with the following third-party services:

• Clerk: User authentication and account management. See their privacy policy at clerk.com/privacy
• Paddle: Payment processing and subscription management. See their privacy policy at paddle.com/legal/privacy
• Apify: Data scraping services (for Pro users). See their privacy policy at apify.com/privacy

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Account Deletion: Delete your account through your profile settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the feedback form on our website.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication state
• Track usage patterns and improve our Service
• Remember your preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect Service functionality.

10. Children's Privacy

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

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the feedback form on our website.