# Bloom Extension Privacy Policy

**Last Updated:** August 20, 2024

## Overview

Bloom is a Chrome extension that enhances Indiana University's class search and schedule pages by displaying grade distribution data. This privacy policy explains how we handle your information.

## Information We Collect

Bloom collects **minimal information** and stores it locally on your device:

- **Course Information:** We read course codes, names, and instructor information from IU webpages

- **User Preferences:** We store your filter settings and display options locally

- **Cached Data:** We cache grade distribution data locally to improve performance

## Information We Do NOT Collect

- Personal information (name, email, student ID)

- Login credentials or passwords

- Financial information

- Location data

- Browsing history outside of IU course pages

## How We Use Information

- **Display Grade Data:** Show grade distributions for courses you're viewing

- **Improve Performance:** Cache data to reduce loading times

- **Personalize Experience:** Remember your display preferences

## Data Storage

- All data is stored **locally** on your device using Chrome's storage API

- No data is transmitted to external servers

- Data is automatically managed by Chrome's storage system

## Data Sharing

- **We do not share any data** with third parties

- **We do not sell any data**

- Data remains on your device only

## Data Security

- All data is stored locally in your browser

- No network transmission of personal data

- Chrome's built-in security protects your data

## Your Rights

- You can disable the extension at any time

- You can clear cached data through Chrome's extension settings

- You can uninstall the extension to remove all data

## Contact Information

For questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at kushpruthi7@gmail.com

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