# Privacy Policy for Spotify Transcript Extractor

Last Updated: 2024-01-16

## Overview

The Spotify Transcript Extractor is a Chrome extension designed to help users extract and save transcripts from Spotify podcast episodes. We are committed to protecting user privacy and ensuring transparency in our data handling practices.

## Data Collection and Usage

The Spotify Transcript Extractor does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. Specifically:

- No personal information is collected
- No usage statistics are tracked
- No analytics tools are implemented
- No cookies are used
- No data is stored on external servers

## How the Extension Works

1. The extension only activates when the user clicks the extension icon
2. It only accesses the current tab when explicitly activated
3. Transcript data is processed locally in the browser
4. Downloaded transcripts are saved directly to the user's local device
5. No data is transmitted to any external servers

## Required Permissions

The extension requires minimal permissions to function:

- `activeTab`: To access the current Spotify podcast page when the extension is activated
- `scripting`: To extract transcript content from the webpage
- `downloads`: To save transcripts as local files

These permissions are used solely for the core functionality of extracting and saving transcripts.

## Updates to This Policy

This privacy policy may be updated occasionally to reflect any necessary changes to our privacy practices. Users will be notified of any material changes through the Chrome Web Store.

## Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or the extension's privacy practices, please:

1. Create an issue in our GitHub repository, or
2. Contact us through the Chrome Web Store

## Effective Date

This policy is effective as of January 16, 2024.