Last updated: January 4, 2025
Welcome to HoverTranslate! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect it. This Policy applies to all users of the HoverTranslate extension (“Extension”).
1. Data Collection and Use
1.1 Google Authentication Data (OAuth)
When you use the Google sign-in (OAuth) functionality, our Extension requests and receives the following data:
- User ID (sub)
- Email (email)
- Email verification status (email_verified)
- Name (name)
- Given name (given_name)
- Family name (family_name)
- Profile picture URL (picture)
We need this data to:
- Identify you and enable you to sign in to the Extension.
- Create and maintain your user account in our database.
1.2 Dictionary and Translation Data
The Extension provides a personal dictionary feature for saving unfamiliar words or phrases from subtitles. However, we do not store these words or phrases on our servers. The saved dictionary items are stored locally in your browser’s Chrome storage. We do not have remote access to these items and do not use them for any purpose other than providing you with the personal dictionary functionality.
1.3 Automatically Collected Data
We do not collect automatic activity logs, browsing history, or other data that would allow us to track your internet behavior. If we decide in the future to collect such information, we will request your explicit consent and update this Policy accordingly.
2. Data Sharing with Third Parties
- We do not sell or transfer your personal data to third parties.
- Data may be shared only as required by law (e.g., in response to a court order or law enforcement request).
- We may use third-party service providers (e.g., hosting or cloud storage) to operate the service. Such providers must comply with security and confidentiality standards that are at least as strict as ours.
3. Data Storage and Security
Retention Period: We store your data (Google ID, email, etc.) in our database as long as it is necessary for the proper functioning of the Extension. You may request deletion of your account at any time.
Security: We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. Access to our database is restricted and protected by authentication, and all network connections may use encryption (HTTPS or another secure protocol).
Data Breach or Leakage: If we become aware of any unauthorized access to your personal data, we will promptly notify you and take all necessary steps to minimize the damage and prevent similar incidents in the future.
4. Use of Translation and Subtitle Data
HoverTranslate processes subtitles locally and may use a third-party translation API (e.g., Google Translate API) only for translating selected words or phrases. We do not store subtitle content on our server and do not track your activity while watching videos.
5. User Rights
- Access to Data: You may request information about what personal data we hold about you.
- Data Correction: If your data is incorrect or out of date, you can make corrections or contact us to update it.
- Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your account, and we will remove all related data (except in cases where we are legally required to retain it).
- Withdrawal of Consent: If you disagree with this Policy or any updates to it, you may withdraw your consent by discontinuing use of the Extension and requesting account deletion.
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Currently, the Extension does not use cookies for tracking or advertising. However, our website may use cookies for basic analytics or operational purposes (e.g., GitHub Pages, Google Analytics). In such cases, you will see a relevant notification on the website.
7. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly provide our service to children under 13 years of age or collect personal data from them. If you believe your child has provided us with their personal data without parental consent, please contact us so we can delete it.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the Extension’s functionality, legal requirements, or our internal processes. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting the new Policy on our website and/or by sending an email notification (or through the Extension interface).
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Policy or wish to exercise any of the rights mentioned above, please contact us:
Email: hovertranslate@gmail.com
Website: https://kozii-d.github.io/