Privacy Policy for Parsify - JSON Formatter & Compare

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Parsify ("we," "our," or "us") handles information when you use our browser extension "Parsify - JSON Formatter & Compare" (the "Extension"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Data

2.2 JSON Data Processing

• All JSON data you input into the Extension is processed locally within your browser
• No JSON content is transmitted to external servers or stored permanently
• JSON data is temporarily held in memory only during active use
• All data is automatically cleared when you close the Extension popup

2.3 Usage Data

We do not collect any analytics, usage statistics, or behavioral data about how you use the Extension.

3. Permissions and Access

The Extension requests minimal permissions:

• Tabs permission: Required only for the Extension to function as a browser action popup
• The Extension does NOT access webpage content, browsing history, or any data from the websites you visit
• All functionality is contained within the Extension's popup interface

4. Data Storage and Retention

• Local Processing Only: All JSON formatting and comparison operations occur entirely within your browser
• No Persistent Storage: No data is saved to your device or transmitted elsewhere
• Memory-Only Processing: Data exists only temporarily in browser memory during active use
• Automatic Cleanup: All data is immediately cleared when the Extension popup is closed

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

• We do not share, sell, rent, or disclose any data to third parties
• The Extension does not integrate with any third-party services, analytics platforms, or advertising networks
• No data is transmitted to external servers or services

6. Security

• All data processing occurs locally within the secure browser environment
• No data transmission eliminates potential security risks during transfer
• The Extension follows browser security best practices and sandboxing

7. Your Rights and Choices

Since we do not collect or store any personal data, there is no personal information to access, modify, or delete. You maintain complete control over any data you input into the Extension.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Extension does not collect personal information from anyone, including children under 13 years of age.

9. International Data Transfers

Since no data is collected or transmitted, there are no international data transfers.

10. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), our legal basis for processing is legitimate interest in providing JSON formatting and comparison functionality, though we do not actually process any personal data.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific privacy rights, but since we do not collect personal information, these rights regarding access, deletion, and sale of personal information do not apply to our Extension.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:

• We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Material changes will be communicated through Extension updates
• Continued use of the Extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

13. Data Controller Information

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us by creating an issue on our GitHub repository or through the Extension's support channels.

For privacy-related inquiries, you can also reach out through the browser extension store where you downloaded the Extension.

15. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Browser extension store policies
• Other applicable privacy regulations