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Privacy Policy for Xget for Chrome
Last updated: July 9, 2025
Overview
Xget for Chrome is a browser extension that accelerates downloads by redirecting them through Xget proxy servers. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our extension.
Information We Collect
1. User Settings and Configuration Data
We collect and store the following information locally on your device:
- Xget Domain Configuration: The domain you configure for the Xget service (e.g., "xget.xi-xu.me")
- Extension Enable/Disable Status: Whether the extension is currently enabled
- Platform Preferences: Your preferences for which platforms (GitHub, GitLab, Hugging Face) to use with the extension
2. Download Activity Data
The extension processes the following data during operation:
- Download URLs: URLs of files you attempt to download from supported platforms
- Referrer Information: The webpage from which downloads are initiated
- File Information: Basic file metadata like filenames when available
3. Browser Interaction Data
- Tab Information: Limited tab data to send notifications about redirected downloads
- Click Events: Detection of clicks on download links to trigger redirection
How We Use Your Information
Local Processing Only
- All settings and preferences are stored locally in your browser using Chrome's storage API
- Download URL transformation happens locally within the extension
- No personal data is transmitted to our servers
Download Redirection
- We modify download URLs to redirect through your configured Xget domain
- The original download URLs are processed locally to create Xget-compatible URLs
- Redirected downloads are handled by the Xget service according to their privacy policy
Notifications
- We display local notifications to inform you when downloads are redirected
- These notifications appear only in your browser and are not logged or transmitted
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- All extension settings are stored using Chrome's synchronized storage API
- Settings may sync across your Chrome browsers if you're signed into Chrome
- No sensitive personal information is stored
Data Retention
- Settings persist until you uninstall the extension or manually clear them
- Download URLs are not stored; they are processed in real-time only
- No browsing history or personal files are retained
Security Measures
- All data processing occurs locally within your browser
- No external communication except for redirected downloads through your configured Xget domain
- Extension follows Chrome's security model and permissions system
Third-Party Services
Xget Service
- When you download files, they are redirected through the Xget service you configure
- The Xget service may have its own privacy policy governing how they handle downloads
- We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of your chosen Xget service provider
Supported Platforms
The extension operates on these platforms:
- GitHub (github.com)
- GitLab (gitlab.com)
- Hugging Face (huggingface.co)
We do not collect or store any account information from these platforms.
Permissions Explained
Why We Need These Permissions
Downloads Permission:
- Required to intercept and redirect download requests
- Allows the extension to cancel original downloads and start redirected ones
Storage Permission:
- Used to save your extension settings and preferences locally
- Enables settings synchronization across your Chrome browsers
Active Tab Permission:
- Needed to send notifications about redirected downloads
- Does not allow reading page content or personal information
Host Permissions (github.com, gitlab.com, huggingface.co):
- Required to run the extension on supported platforms
- Allows detection and redirection of download links
Web Request Permissions:
- Used for download interception functionality
- Does not monitor general browsing activity
Your Privacy Rights
Control Over Your Data
- You can disable the extension at any time through the popup interface
- You can configure which platforms to use with the extension
- You can change or remove your Xget domain configuration
- Uninstalling the extension removes all stored settings
Data Portability
- Settings are stored in standard Chrome storage format
- You can export/backup Chrome extension settings through Chrome's sync feature
Data Deletion
- Clear extension data by uninstalling the extension
- Reset settings through the extension popup interface
- Clear Chrome's extension storage to remove all traces
Children's Privacy
This extension is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify users through the extension interface if there are material changes
- Maintain previous versions for reference
Compliance
This extension is designed to comply with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Other applicable privacy laws
Technical Implementation
Data Minimization
- We collect only the minimum data necessary for functionality
- No analytics, tracking, or telemetry data is collected
- No user identification or profiling occurs
Transparency
- All source code is available for review
- Extension behavior is predictable and documented
- No hidden data collection or processing
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or the extension's data practices:
- Developer: Xi Xu
- Repository: Xget for Chrome on GitHub
- Issues: Report Issues
Open Source Commitment
This extension is open source software licensed under GPL-3.0. You can:
- Review the complete source code
- Verify our privacy practices
- Submit issues or improvements
- Fork and modify the code
Data Protection Summary
| Data Type | Collection | Storage | Sharing | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension Settings | Local only | Browser storage | Chrome sync only | Until uninstall |
| Download URLs | Processed locally | Not stored | Redirected only | Real-time only |
| Personal Information | None | None | None | None |
| Browsing History | None | None | None | None |
| User Identity | None | None | None | None |
By using Xget for Chrome, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this privacy policy and agree to the data practices described herein.