Microbreaks

Privacy Policy for the PAL Chrome Extension

Last Updated: Nov 13, 2023

This Privacy Policy details how we handle your information to ensure transparency and trust.

Purpose of Data Collection

PAL is developed to monitor computer usage and recommend timely breathing breaks. By participating in our 8-week study, you help us explore the impact of web-usage breaks on user well-being.

Data Collection with Emphasis on Privacy

We prioritize your privacy in our data collection methods:

• Browsing Data: We respect your online privacy. PAL is designed to only track the main domain name you visit (e.g., facebook.com) and never the specific pages you navigate to within that domain.

• Personal Data: Should you wish to withdraw from the study or remove your data, you may request this at any point. We have streamlined the process to ensure it is straightforward and user-friendly.

Data We Collect

To effectively operate PAL and conduct our study, we collect data such as:

• Identity Data: To personalize your experience and display your usage metrics.

• Tabs and Browsing Data: To understand your usage patterns for contextually relevant breathing breaks.

• Storage Data: To record the number of breaks and monitor progress.

• Active Tab, Scripting, Notification, Idle, Alarm, and Host Permission Data: These are collected to enhance the functionality of PAL, ranging from displaying breathing animations to scheduling reminders.

User Consent

We are committed to obtaining your informed consent before data collection. You will be fully briefed on the data collection scope and purpose. Your consent is paramount, and you can withdraw it anytime, resulting in the cessation of further data collection and the removal of your data from our servers. Please see the consent form below.

Data Handling and Protection

Data security is our priority. We implement strict measures to ensure that your information is encrypted, password-protected, and accessible only to authorized individuals. This commitment extends to the careful coding of data to prevent unauthorized access.

Data Retention and Disposal

We store data only for the duration necessary to achieve the study's objectives. Your personal information will be securely destroyed within three years post-study completion and publication of its results.

Lack of Offline Mode

Please be advised that PAL operates exclusively with an active internet connection. This allows for accurate tracking and real-time updates, essential for the study's integrity and the functionality of the extension.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to our practices. We will inform you of any significant changes by updating the policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to withdraw your data, please reach us at minakhan01@gmail.com.

Your use of PAL signifies your consent to our data collection and use practices as outlined in this policy.