Free privacy policy for Chrome extensions. The Chrome Web Store requires a privacy policy if your extension handles user data. Generate one in 60 seconds and link it in the developer dashboard.
The Chrome Web Store has some of the strictest data rules of any distribution platform. Under the Developer Program Policies' User Data privacy requirements, any extension that handles user data — browsing history, website content, form inputs, authentication data, or personal communications — must post an accurate privacy policy: you add the link in the privacy tab of the Chrome Web Store Developer Dashboard, and it must actually describe how your extension collects, uses, and shares that data.
“Handling user data” is broader than developers expect. Reading the content of pages the user visits (which most content-script extensions do), storing settings tied to an account, sending any data to your server, or using Google Analytics inside the extension all count. The Web Store also enforces a Limited Use policy: data may only be used for the extension's single, user-facing purpose — selling browsing data to third parties or repurposing it for ads is prohibited and gets extensions taken down. Every listing additionally shows a privacy-practices disclosure that you fill in the dashboard, and — like Apple and Google Play — it needs to match your policy.
The generator below starts with a minimal preset (analytics only) because a well-built extension should collect as little as possible — toggle on “User accounts” or “Collects email addresses” only if your extension actually has sign-in or sync features, and be honest about anything sent to your servers. Generate the policy, host it at any stable public URL (your site or GitHub Pages both work), then open the Chrome Web Store Developer Dashboard → your item → Privacy tab, paste the URL, and complete the data-usage certification to match.
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Preset for an extension: only “Google Analytics” is on (usage analytics). Toggle “User accounts” / “Collects email addresses” only if your extension has sign-in or sync, and disclose anything sent to your servers.
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PRIVACY POLICY
Acme Inc.
https://www.example.com
Effective Date: July 3, 2026
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
1. INTRODUCTION
Acme Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website https://www.example.com (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share it, and the choices and rights you have with respect to that information. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the Service.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect the following categories of information:
- We collect minimal information. Any information we receive is limited to what you voluntarily provide and standard server logs (IP address, browser type, and access times) retained for security purposes.
We do not collect more personal information than is reasonably necessary to provide the Service.
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Service;
- To understand how visitors use the Service and to analyze trends and usage;
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security incidents;
- To comply with applicable legal obligations.
We will not use your personal information for purposes that are materially different from those described in this Privacy Policy without first notifying you.
4. ANALYTICS
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"), to help us understand how visitors interact with the Service. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to visiting. Google's ability to use and share this information is governed by the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy (https://policies.google.com/privacy).
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
5. SHARING OF INFORMATION WITH THIRD PARTIES
We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers who assist us in operating the Service (such as hosting providers), under contractual confidentiality obligations;
- When required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or where we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others;
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case the receiving entity will be bound by this Privacy Policy.
We do not sell your personal information.
6. DATA SECURITY
We implement commercially reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational measures designed to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encrypted transmission (HTTPS/TLS), access controls, and periodic review of our practices. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any credentials associated with your use of the Service.
7. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When personal information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.
8. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS (GDPR AND CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:
For residents of the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland (GDPR/UK GDPR):
- The right of access — to request copies of your personal data;
- The right to rectification — to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
- The right to erasure — to request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten");
- The right to restrict processing and the right to object to processing;
- The right to data portability — to request transfer of your data to another organization or directly to you;
- The right to withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent;
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
For California residents (CCPA/CPRA):
- The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell (if any);
- The right to request deletion of your personal information;
- The right to correct inaccurate personal information;
- The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal information for monetary consideration);
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@example.com. We will respond to verifiable requests within the timeframes required by applicable law (generally 30 days under GDPR and 45 days under CCPA).
9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY (COPPA)
The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at contact@example.com, and we will promptly delete such information from our records. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be transferred to, and maintained on, servers located outside of your state, province, or country, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards for such transfers, such as standard contractual clauses. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers as described in this Policy.
11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated by posting the updated Policy on this page with reasonable prominence. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Acme Inc.
Email: contact@example.com
Website: https://www.example.comAdvertisement
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