Last Updated: 15 Sept. 2025

Introduction

Smart Currency Converter ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our Chrome extension collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our currency conversion service.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

• Currency conversion requests: When you use the extension to convert currencies, we may log the currency pairs requested (e.g., USD to EUR) to improve our service
• Usage statistics: Basic usage data such as frequency of conversions and feature usage to help us improve the extension
• Browser information: Basic browser and extension version information for compatibility and troubleshooting purposes

Information You Provide

• Favorite currency pairs: If you choose to save preferred currency conversions
• Settings and preferences: Your chosen default currencies, display preferences, and other customization options

Information We Do Not Collect

• Personal identification information: We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other personal identifiers
• Financial information: We do not collect or store any banking, credit card, or financial account information
• Browsing history: We do not track or collect information about the websites you visit
• Location data: We do not access or collect your precise location information

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely to:

• Provide accurate currency conversion services
• Improve the functionality and user experience of the extension
• Troubleshoot technical issues
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our service

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

• Your preferences and settings are stored locally in your browser
• This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless explicitly required for the service

Third-Party Services

• We use reputable currency exchange rate APIs to provide up-to-date conversion rates
• These services may receive your currency conversion requests but do not receive any personal information
• We only work with API providers who maintain appropriate security standards

Security Measures

• All data transmissions are encrypted using industry-standard protocols
• We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information
• No sensitive personal or financial information is stored or transmitted

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties except:

• Service providers: Trusted third-party currency data providers necessary for the extension's functionality
• Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Safety and security: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: View what information we have about your usage
• Control: Modify or delete your saved preferences at any time
• Opt-out: Discontinue use of the extension, which will stop all data collection
• Update: Change your settings and preferences within the extension

Chrome Extension Permissions

Our extension requests the following permissions:

• Active tab: To detect currency values on web pages for conversion
• Storage: To save your preferences and settings locally
• Host permissions: To access currency exchange rate APIs

These permissions are used solely for the functionality described and are not used to collect unnecessary data.

Children's Privacy

Our extension is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Users

If you are using our extension from outside the United States, please note that your information may be processed in countries where privacy laws may differ from your jurisdiction. By using our extension, you consent to the processing of your information as described in this policy.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Significant changes will be communicated through the extension or our website
• Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with:

• Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Other applicable privacy laws and regulations

Data Retention

• Usage data is retained for no more than 12 months
• User preferences are stored until you uninstall the extension or clear your browser data
• You can delete your stored preferences at any time through the extension settings

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: [Insert your contact email]
• Website: [Insert your website/support page]
• Chrome Web Store: [Link to your extension's store page]

Consent

By installing and using the Smart Currency Converter extension, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

This privacy policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all users of the Smart Currency Converter Chrome extension.