Overview
ZeroEka ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our Chrome browser extension collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our service.
Information We Collect
1. Authentication Information
- Email Address: Required for account creation and authentication
- Name: First and last name for account setup
- Profile Information: Display name(when using Google OAuth)
- Authentication Tokens: Secure tokens for maintaining your login session
2. Local Storage Data
The extension stores the following data locally in your browser:
- User Preferences: Theme settings, display preferences
- Bookmarked Conversations: Chat IDs and metadata you choose to bookmark
- Bookmarked Prompts: Prompts you save for future use
- Extension Settings: Configuration options and user preferences
- Session Data: Temporary data for current browsing session
3. Usage Data
- Error Logs: Technical error information for debugging purposes (stored locally only)
- Extension State: Information about which features are enabled/disabled
How We Use Your Information
Authentication and Account Management
- Verify your identity and maintain secure access to the extension
- Send verification emails for account activation
- Provide password reset functionality
- Maintain your login session
Service Functionality
- Store your preferences and settings locally
- Enable bookmarking and organization features
- Provide personalized user experience
- Maintain extension functionality across browser sessions
Error Handling and Improvement
- Log technical errors locally for debugging (no personal data included)
- Improve extension performance and reliability
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- Primary Storage: All user data is stored locally in your browser using Chrome's storage APIs
- No Cloud Storage: We do not store your chat conversations, bookmarks, or personal data on our servers
- Browser-Only: Your data remains on your device and is not transmitted to external servers
Authentication Security
- Google OAuth: Uses Google's secure authentication system
- Firebase Authentication: Employs Firebase for secure user management
- Encrypted Tokens: All authentication tokens are encrypted and stored securely
- No Password Storage: We do not store your passwords in plain text
Data Transmission
- Minimal Network Requests: Only authentication-related data is transmitted
- Secure Connections: All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
- No Chat Data: Your ChatGPT or Gemini conversations are never transmitted to our servers
Third-Party Services
Google Services
- Google OAuth: For secure authentication
- Google APIs: For user profile information (with your consent)
- Firebase: For authentication backend services
AWS Services
- AWS Lambda: For secure authentication processing
- No Data Retention: Authentication data is processed and not stored
Your Rights and Choices
Data Access
- You can view all stored data through your browser's developer tools
- All data is stored locally and under your control
Data Deletion
- Uninstall the extension to remove all locally stored data
- Clear browser storage to remove specific data
- Contact us to request data deletion assistance
Account Management
- Update your profile information at any time
- Change authentication methods
- Delete your account and associated data
Data Retention
Local Data
- User Preferences: Retained until you clear browser storage or uninstall the extension
- Bookmarks: Retained until manually deleted or extension is uninstalled
- Authentication Data: Retained until you sign out or uninstall the extension
Server Data
- Authentication Logs: Minimal authentication data may be retained for security purposes
- No Chat Data: We do not retain any conversation data on our servers
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Users
If you are using our service from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending you an email notification (if applicable)
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://zeroeka.com
- Address: ZeroEka, Sudha Shankar Innovation Hub, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, India, PIN- 600036
Compliance
This Privacy Policy complies with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)