Privacy Policy for MinuteMail.io Chrome Extension
Introduction
Welcome to the MinuteMail.io Chrome Extension ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our Chrome extension, which provides a temporary email service. This policy specifically addresses the data collected and used by the Chrome extension.
Last updated: February 17, 2025
Information We Collect
Information Collected by the Chrome Extension:
- Temporary email addresses generated
- Locally Stored Unique Identifier: A randomly generated, unique identifier is stored using the browser's `storage.local` to associate you with your temporary email address, allowing you to access its inbox across browsing sessions. This is the *only* data we persist.
Automatically Collected Information (Website, if applicable):
- IP addresses (Website)
- Browser type and version (Website)
- Operating system (Website)
- Time and date of visits (Website)
- Pages viewed (Website)
Important Note: The Chrome extension itself minimizes data collection. The "Automatically Collected Information" section above pertains to the MinuteMail.io *website*, if any, and not directly to the Chrome extension's operation. The extension primarily works by generating and displaying temporary email addresses and their associated inboxes within the browser.
How We Use Cookies and Local Storage
We use cookies and local storage to enhance your experience.
Essential Local Storage:
The Chrome extension uses `storage.local` to store a unique, randomly generated identifier. This is essential for maintaining the association between you and your temporary email address across browsing sessions. This allows you to access emails sent to your temporary address even if you close and reopen your browser. No other personal data is stored.
Cookies (Website, if applicable):
The MinuteMail.io *website*, if any, may use cookies. These may include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality and security of the website.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website using third-party analytics tools.
- Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use our website to improve its functionality.
Important Note: This section describes cookie usage on the MinuteMail.io *website*, not within the Chrome extension itself. The extension's primary data storage mechanism is `storage.local` (as described above).
Analytics Tools (Website, if applicable)
We may use analytics tools on our *website* to understand user behavior and improve our service. These tools may collect:
- Usage patterns
- Feature interaction statistics
- Performance metrics
- Error reports
Important Note: This section pertains to analytics on the MinuteMail.io *website*, not within the Chrome extension. The extension itself does not directly use third-party analytics in the same way.
Data Retention
Temporary email addresses and their contents are automatically deleted after 10 minutes. The unique identifier stored in `storage.local` is implicitly deleted when the user clears the extension's data or uninstalls the extension. Analytics data (if collected on the website) is retained for up to 12 months.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your data
- Request correction of your data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Request restriction of processing your data
- Request transfer of your data
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address below. Please note that for the Chrome extension, the primary data is the association between your temporary email and the locally stored identifier. Deleting the extension's data in your browser will effectively remove this association.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: admin@minutemail.io