BeFocused (ExtensionRaptor) – Privacy Policy
Last updated: 30 June 2025
1. Summary
BeFocused is designed to help you build healthier browsing habits while respecting your privacy. We collect only the data required to deliver core features (focus tracking, mindful nudges, analytics) and never sell or rent any information to third parties.
2. Data We Collect & Store
| Category | What | Where Stored | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus Metrics | Tab‑switch counts, time‑on‑site totals, distraction scores | Locally in Chrome storage.local | Power the dashboard, points/streaks & alerts | Remain on your device until you reset stats or uninstall |
| Site Classification | Domain name + anonymized category label | Temporarily in memory; may be sent to Google Gemini API for real‑time classification | Generate AI nudges & block/allow logic | Discarded immediately after classification; not logged |
| User Preferences | Feature toggles, thresholds, dark‑mode setting | Locally in storage.sync (optional Chrome sync) | Restore your customized experience | Until you change or clear settings |
| Diagnostics (opt‑in) | Crash logs & anonymized performance data | Google Analytics (no IP, no PII) | Identify bugs & improve stability | 90 days, then aggregate only |
We do not collect browsing history, search queries, personal files, account credentials, or any form of personally identifiable information (PII).
3. How We Use Data
- On‑device processing first – All focus calculations and blocking decisions run in local scripts.
- AI nudges – When enabled, a short, non‑PII snippet (site category only, e.g., "social media") is sent over encrypted TLS to Google Gemini to generate a contextual motivational message.
- Aggregated diagnostics (optional) – If you opt in, we receive anonymized error events to fix crashes and gauge feature usage.
We never:
- Sell or monetize your data
- Use data for ad personalization
- Combine data with third‑party datasets to identify you
4. Third‑Party Services
| Service | Data Shared | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Google Gemini API | Site category label (no URL, no PII) | Create real‑time motivational nudges |
| Google Analytics 4 (optional) | Random app instance ID, event type (e.g., "crash") | Error monitoring & usage statistics |
All transmissions use HTTPS. Each provider is bound by its own privacy and security standards and is prohibited from re‑selling or re‑identifying this data.
5. Your Controls
- Reset Stats – Clear all focus metrics instantly (Settings → Reset).
- Disable AI Nudges – Turn off all calls to Gemini (Settings → AI Insights).
- Disable Diagnostics – Opt out at install or any time (Settings → Diagnostics).
- Uninstall – Removes all locally stored data.
6. Security Measures
- Chrome extension sandboxing and Content Security Policy (CSP)
- Data at rest stored via Chrome's built‑in encrypted storage
- All external requests made over TLS 1.3
- Strict permissions: the extension requests only those host permissions needed for declared features
7. Children's Privacy
BeFocused is not directed to children under 13. We knowingly collect no personal data from children.
8. Policy Changes
We may update this policy as features evolve. Material changes will appear in an in‑extension notice and take effect no sooner than 15 days after posting, unless required sooner for legal compliance.
9. Contact
Questions or concerns? Email privacy@extensionraptor.app. We aim to respond within 7 business days.
By installing or using BeFocused, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you disagree, please uninstall the extension.