# Privacy Policy for DevSyntax Search Chrome Extension
**Last Updated:** August 3, 2025
**Effective Date:** August 3, 2025
**Version:** 1.0.0
## Overview
DevSyntax Search is a Chrome extension designed with privacy as a core principle. This privacy policy explains our commitment to protecting your privacy and details our data practices for the DevSyntax Search Chrome extension.
**Key Privacy Commitment: We collect NO user data whatsoever.**
## Extension Purpose
DevSyntax Search serves a single, focused purpose: helping developers quickly find programming language syntax and commands through an intelligent search interface designed specifically for coding reference.
## Data Collection Statement
### What We DO NOT Collect
DevSyntax Search is designed to operate with **zero data collection**. We do not collect, store, transmit, or process any of the following:
- **Personal Information**: No names, email addresses, or identifying information
- **Browsing Data**: No browsing history, visited websites, or web activity
- **Search Queries**: No syntax searches, search terms, or search patterns
- **Code Content**: No code snippets, programming content, or development work
- **Usage Analytics**: No usage statistics, behavior tracking, or performance metrics
- **Device Information**: No device identifiers, system information, or hardware details
- **Location Data**: No geographic location or IP address information
- **Cookies or Tracking**: No cookies, tracking pixels, or similar technologies
### What We Store Locally (On Your Device Only)
The extension stores minimal data locally on your device using Chrome's secure storage API:
- **User Preferences**: Theme settings (light/dark mode), interface preferences
- **Extension Settings**: Keyboard shortcut configurations, search preferences
- **Local Cache**: Syntax database for offline functionality (programming language data only)
**Important**: All local data remains on your device and is never transmitted to external servers.
## Permissions Explanation
DevSyntax Search requests only the minimal permissions necessary for its core functionality:
### activeTab Permission
- **Purpose**: Enables context-aware syntax suggestions based on the current webpage's programming language
- **Usage**: Only reads page content to detect programming languages for relevant syntax search results
- **Data Access**: Limited to detecting programming languages on developer websites
- **No Data Collection**: Page content is analyzed locally and never stored or transmitted
### contextMenus Permission
- **Purpose**: Provides right-click menu integration for instant syntax lookup
- **Usage**: Allows developers to search for syntax of selected code snippets
- **Data Access**: Only accesses text selected by the user for syntax search
- **No Data Collection**: Selected text is processed locally and never stored or transmitted
## Local Operation
DevSyntax Search operates entirely locally on your device:
- **Offline Functionality**: Works without internet connection after initial installation
- **Local Processing**: All syntax searches and processing happen on your device
- **No External Connections**: No data is sent to external servers or APIs
- **Self-Contained**: All functionality is built into the extension package
## Third-Party Services
DevSyntax Search does not use any third-party services:
- **No Analytics**: No Google Analytics, tracking services, or usage monitoring
- **No External APIs**: No connections to external syntax databases or services
- **No Cloud Services**: No cloud storage, remote databases, or external servers
- **No Advertising**: No ad networks, tracking pixels, or promotional services
- **No Social Media**: No social media integrations or sharing services
## Data Security
Since we don't collect data, there's no user data to secure. However, we implement security best practices:
- **Local Storage Security**: Uses Chrome's secure storage API with built-in encryption
- **Content Security Policy**: Strict CSP prevents code injection and XSS attacks
- **Minimal Attack Surface**: Limited permissions reduce potential security risks
- **Regular Updates**: Security patches and improvements in extension updates
## Data Retention
- **No Server-Side Data**: No data is stored on external servers
- **Local Data Control**: You control all locally stored data
- **Data Removal**: Uninstalling the extension removes all local data
- **Manual Cleanup**: You can clear extension data through Chrome settings at any time
## Your Privacy Rights
Since we don't collect personal data, traditional data protection rights don't apply. However, you have complete control:
- **Full Control**: Complete control over all locally stored preferences
- **Data Portability**: Can export settings if needed (stored locally)
- **Right to Deletion**: Uninstall extension to remove all data
- **Transparency**: This policy fully discloses all data practices
## Compliance with Privacy Regulations
### GDPR Compliance (European Union)
- **No Personal Data Processing**: Extension doesn't process personal data as defined by GDPR
- **Local Processing Only**: All processing happens locally on user's device
- **No Data Transfers**: No data transfers to third countries or organizations
- **User Control**: Users have complete control over local data
### CCPA Compliance (California)
- **No Personal Information Collection**: Extension doesn't collect personal information as defined by CCPA
- **No Sale of Data**: No user data to sell or share
- **No Tracking**: No cross-site tracking or behavioral advertising
- **Transparency**: Clear disclosure of data practices
### Other Privacy Laws
DevSyntax Search's zero-data-collection approach ensures compliance with privacy laws worldwide, including:
- Canada's PIPEDA
- Australia's Privacy Act
- Brazil's LGPD
- Other regional privacy regulations
## Children's Privacy
DevSyntax Search is safe for users of all ages:
- **No Data Collection**: No personal information collected from any users
- **COPPA Compliant**: Meets Children's Online Privacy Protection Act requirements
- **Educational Use**: Safe for educational environments and student developers
- **No Age Restrictions**: Appropriate for developers of all ages
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect:
- Changes in privacy regulations
- Updates to Chrome extension policies
- Improvements to our privacy practices
- Clarifications based on user feedback
**Notification of Changes**: We will update the "Last Updated" date and version number. Significant changes will be communicated through extension update notes.
## Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or concerns:
- **Extension Support**: Through Chrome Web Store support section
- **Documentation**: Check README.md in the extension repository
- **Issue Reporting**: For technical issues related to privacy features
**Note**: Since we don't collect contact information, we cannot proactively reach out to users about privacy matters.
## Verification and Transparency
You can verify our privacy practices by:
- **Source Code Review**: Extension code is available for inspection
- **Permission Audit**: Review requested permissions in Chrome's extension management
- **Local Storage Inspection**: Check what's stored locally through Chrome developer tools
- **Network Monitoring**: Verify no external network requests are made
## Summary
DevSyntax Search is designed with privacy by design principles:
✅ **Zero Data Collection**: No user data collected, stored, or transmitted
✅ **Local Operation**: All functionality works offline on your device
✅ **Minimal Permissions**: Only essential permissions for syntax search
✅ **No Tracking**: No analytics, cookies, or user behavior monitoring
✅ **No External Services**: No connections to external servers or APIs
✅ **User Control**: Complete control over local preferences and data
✅ **Transparent Operation**: Clear explanation of all functionality
✅ **Regulatory Compliance**: Meets GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy standards
**DevSyntax Search: Powerful syntax search with complete privacy protection.**
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*This privacy policy is written in plain language to ensure clarity and understanding. If you have questions about any section, please refer to the extension documentation or contact support through the Chrome Web Store.*