Baya Extension - Privacy Policy (Chrome Web Store Version)
Last Updated: 1st September 2025
What We Collect
- Dashboard data: Your custom bookmarks, widgets, and layout preferences
- Google account info: Email and basic profile
- Technical data: Sync timestamps and error logs (no personal content)
How We Use Your Data
- Primary purpose: Store and sync your personalized new tab dashboard
- Local storage: All data stored locally in your browser by default
- Optional cloud sync: Sync across devices when you sign in with Google
- No tracking: We don't track your browsing or analyze your bookmarks
What We DON'T Do
- ❌ Never sell your data
- ❌ No advertising or marketing use
- ❌ No sharing with third parties
- ❌ No browsing behavior tracking
- ❌ No content analysis of your bookmarks
Data Security
- All cloud data encrypted with HTTPS/TLS
- Google OAuth 2.0 for secure authentication
- Local data stays on your device unless you enable sync
- Industry-standard security practices
Your Control
- ✅ Use entirely locally
- ✅ Export your dashboard data anytime
- ✅ Delete your account and all data instantly
- ✅ Sign out while keeping local data
Chrome Extension Permissions
- Storage: Save your dashboard locally
- API Access: Sync with our servers (api.bayaextension.com)
- Google Services: Authentication and profile images only
Contact
Summary
Baya Extension prioritizes your privacy. We collect only essential dashboard data, never share with third parties, and give you complete control.