Privacy Policy for Spoiler Slayer Browser Extension

Effective Date: May 14, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Spoiler Slayer! This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect information in relation to the Spoiler Slayer browser extension (referred to as the "Extension," "we," "us," or "our"). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting it.

This Extension is designed to help you avoid unwanted spoilers while browsing the internet by identifying and concealing content based on keywords and settings you configure.

By installing and using the Spoiler Slayer Extension, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not install or use the Extension.

2. Information We Collect

Spoiler Slayer is designed with user privacy as a core principle. We aim to collect the minimum amount of information necessary to provide and improve the Extension's functionality.

  • 2.1. User-Provided Information:

    • Spoiler Keywords and Patterns: When you add keywords, key phrases, or regular expression patterns to the Extension for the purpose of blocking spoilers, this information is saved. This includes the text of the keyword/pattern and its designated type (e.g., "Simple Text," "Whole Word," "Regex Pattern").

    • Configuration Settings: We store your chosen settings for the Extension, such as the "Blockade Strength" or "Harshness Level" (e.g., "Lenient," "Medium," "Harsh").

  • 2.2. Automatically Collected Information (or Lack Thereof):

    • No Browsing History or Web Content: Spoiler Slayer processes webpage content locally within your browser to identify and hide spoilers. We do not transmit your browsing history, the content of the pages you visit, or any personal data from those pages to our servers or any third-party servers. The analysis happens entirely on your device.

    • No Usage Analytics (Unless Explicitly Stated and Opt-In): Currently, Spoiler Slayer does not collect anonymous usage statistics or analytics about how you interact with the Extension's features (e.g., frequency of settings changes, number of keywords added). If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and, where appropriate, seek your consent.

    • No Personal Identifiers: We do not collect personal identifiers such as your name, email address, IP address, or unique device identifiers.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information collected by Spoiler Slayer is used exclusively for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Core Functionality: Your saved keywords, patterns, and settings are essential for the Extension to identify and conceal spoiler content on the web pages you visit, according to your preferences.

  • To Persist Your Settings: Storing your configurations locally allows the Extension to remember your preferences across different browsing sessions and when you restart your browser, so you do not have to reconfigure it each time.

  • To Improve User Experience (Locally): The stored settings directly contribute to a personalized and consistent user experience within the Extension.

4. Data Storage and Security

  • 4.1. Local Storage: All user-provided information (keywords, patterns, and settings) is stored locally on your computer using the browser's built-in storage mechanisms (specifically, chrome.storage.local for Chromium-based browsers or equivalent local storage for other browsers). This data is not transmitted to or stored on any external servers owned or operated by us.

  • 4.2. Security: While the data is stored locally on your device, the security of this data is primarily dependent on the security of your browser and your computer system. We do not implement additional encryption on the locally stored data beyond what the browser's storage API provides. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device and browser.

  • 4.3. Data Retention: Your keywords and settings are retained locally on your device as long as the Extension is installed and you do not clear the Extension's storage or uninstall the Extension.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

Spoiler Slayer does not share, sell, rent, or trade your information (including your configured keywords and settings) with any third parties.

  • No Third-Party Services for Data Collection: The Extension does not integrate with third-party analytics services or advertising networks that would collect data about your usage of the Extension or your browsing habits.

  • External Links (If Any): If the Extension's interface (e.g., popup or options page) includes links to external websites (e.g., for support or information), this Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

6. User Rights and Choices

Since all your configurable data (keywords and settings) is stored locally on your device, you have direct control over it:

  • Accessing Your Data: You can view your configured keywords and settings directly within the Extension's popup interface.

  • Modifying Your Data: You can add, edit, or delete keywords and change your settings at any time through the Extension's popup interface.

  • Deleting Your Data:

    • You can delete individual keywords using the interface provided in the Extension's popup.

    • You can clear all data stored by the Extension by using your browser's built-in functions for managing extension data (e.g., in Chrome, navigating to the extension details and choosing to clear storage, though this option might not always be explicitly available for all users or storage types).

    • Uninstalling the Spoiler Slayer Extension will typically remove all locally stored data associated with it.

  • Opting-Out of Collection: If you do not wish for the Extension to store your keywords or settings, you can refrain from configuring them or uninstall the Extension.

7. Children's Privacy

Spoiler Slayer is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or a higher age threshold where applicable by local law). We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, we will take steps to remove such information. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the Extension's functionality, or legal requirements. If we make material changes, we will notify you, for example, by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy and potentially through a notice within the Extension or on its web store page.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of the Extension after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

our email: liftesportsorg@gmail.com

Thank you for using Spoiler Slayer!