Privacy Policy

Last updated: 17 Nov 2024

LeetCode Helper Bot ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use the LeetCode Helper Bot Chrome extension ("the extension").

By using the extension, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

The extension operates primarily locally within your browser. We do not collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., through API key input or saved chat history). Below is an overview of the types of data we may collect:

• User-provided Data: If you provide an API key or engage in conversations with the bot, the information is used only within the extension and stored locally on your device for the purpose of assisting you in solving LeetCode problems.

• Usage Data: We collect non-personally identifiable data about how you interact with the extension, such as which features are used most often or any issues you encounter. This helps us improve the extension.

• Local Storage: We use the browser’s local storage to save user preferences and the history of your interactions with the bot (e.g., previous hints or API key information). This data is stored only on your device and is not shared with any external servers.

2. How We Use Your Data

The data collected by the extension is used solely for the following purposes:

• To provide real-time assistance and hints while you solve LeetCode problems.

• To store and retrieve your chat history for personalized interactions.

• To ensure a seamless experience when using features like pasting your API key.

We do not share any personal information, such as your API key or chat history, with any third parties.

3. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Permissions

The extension requires specific permissions to function properly:

• Tabs Permission: To check if you are on a LeetCode problem page.

• Scripting Permission: To retrieve problem information from the page for providing hints.

• Storage Permission: To store your chat history and API key locally.

• ClipboardRead Permission: To enable pasting of your API key from the clipboard.

• Host Permissions: To access LeetCode pages and provide context-sensitive assistance.

5. Third-Party Services

The extension does not use third-party services for tracking or data collection. However, if we decide to integrate third-party services in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy accordingly.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and Delete Data: Since all data (e.g., chat history and preferences) is stored locally on your browser, you can delete it at any time by clearing your browser’s local storage or removing the extension.

• Opt-Out of Data Collection: If you do not want the extension to store any data, you can choose not to use certain features, such as chat history or API key storage.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify users of significant changes through the extension or website.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the practices of the extension, please contact us at sahilverma.webdev@gmail.com