Privacy Policy - Chrome Extension - Affiliate for Good e.V.

Privacy Policy for Affiliate for Good Chrome Extension

Effective Date: 08.01.2025

Affiliate for Good e.V. („we,“ „our,“ or „us“) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information while using the Affiliate for Good e.V. Chrome Extension („the Extension“).

By using the Extension, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Permissions Used by the Extension
The Extension requires the following Chrome permissions:

• activeTab: To detect the currently active tab and analyze the URL for providing relevant notifications.
• storage: To store user preferences and settings locally in the browser.
• notifications: To display alerts about available affiliate links for participating websites.
• tabs: To interact with and retrieve information about browser tabs for functionality.

1.2 Data Collected

• Current URL:
  The Extension collects the URL of the active tab to identify if an affiliate link is available for the website you are visiting.

2. How We Use Your Information

The collected information is used solely for the following purposes:

1. Providing Affiliate Notifications:
   The Extension uses the current URL to determine whether an affiliate link exists for the website you are visiting. If available, a notification is displayed to guide you to reload the page via our affiliate link.
2. Improving the Extension:
   Anonymous usage data (e.g., frequency of notifications) may be collected to enhance the functionality and user experience.

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage:
User preferences and settings are stored locally in the browser using the storage permission. No personal data is sent to or stored on external servers.

3.2 Secure Data Handling:
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect the data processed by the Extension. However, as with all online technologies, no method is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

• Third-Party Integrations: The Extension may redirect you to affiliate partner websites when an affiliate link is available. Your interactions with these third-party websites are governed by their respective privacy policies.

5. User Control and Opt-Out Options

5.1 Opt-Out of Notifications:
You can disable notifications through the Extension settings or Chrome’s notification preferences.

5.2 Manage Permissions:
You can manage the Extension’s permissions via Chrome’s settings. Revoking permissions may limit the Extension’s functionality.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be communicated through the Extension or our website. Please review this policy periodically for the latest information.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the Extension, please contact us:

Affiliate for Good e.V.
Email: contact@affiliateforgood.com
Address: Bogenstraße 22, 74906 Bad Rappenau

By using the Affiliate for Good e.V. Chrome Extension, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.