NOVA CLIENT - PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: October 2026
1. INTRODUCTION & CORE PRINCIPLES
Nova Client ("we", "us", or "our") is a browser extension designed to enhance the gaming and HUD customization experience for players on Survev.io and compatible community servers. We are deeply committed to respecting and protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains clearly, transparently, and in plain English what data Nova Client accesses, how that data is used, why specific permissions are required, and why our architecture enforces strict data minimization.
2. ARE ALL REQUESTED PERMISSIONS TRULY NECESSARY?
Yes, absolutely. Nova Client strictly follows the Principle of Least Privilege mandated by Google Chrome Web Store policies. We have audited every capability to ensure no excessive or intrusive permissions are requested.
Here is why each permission is essential:
a) "storage" Permission:
• Why it is needed: Allows Nova Client to remember your custom preferences across browser sessions—such as your chosen custom crosshair, on-screen HUD positions (FPS meter, Ping counter, HP/AD tracker), custom text labels, keybind profiles, and visual themes.
• Is it necessary?: Yes. Without storage access, your custom settings and HUD placements would be wiped every time you refresh or restart the game.
b) Specific Game Host Permissions:
• Allowed Patterns: "*://survev.io/*", "*://resurviv.biz/*", "*://survivx.org/*", "*://cursev.io/*", "*://uno.cheap/*", "*://eu-comp.net/*", "*://survev.github.io/*", "*://66.179.254.36/*", "*://185.126.158.61/*".
• Why it is needed: Required to render the in-game Nova Client GUI, display HUD telemetry widgets on top of the game canvas, and apply your custom reticle and wallpaper themes on the supported battle royale game pages.
• Is it necessary?: Yes. Without host permissions for these specific domains, the extension cannot inject the HUD or customize the game client.
• Crucial Safety Distinction: We DO NOT request "<all_urls>" or broad access to your entire web browsing. Nova Client operates strictly on verified game servers and cannot run or see anything on any other websites you visit.
Permissions We Intentionally Avoid:
• NO "tabs" permission: We do not monitor your opened tabs or browsing history.
• NO "cookies" permission: We do not access session tokens, logins, or cookies.
• NO "webRequest" permission: We do not intercept or inspect your network traffic.
• NO Remote Scripts: All extension logic runs locally inside your browser in full compliance with Manifest V3 security requirements.
3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT AND HOW IT IS USED
A. Information Stored Locally on Your Device:
• Configuration Preferences: Your toggle settings, FPS cap, custom label coordinates, chosen backgrounds, and keybind presets.
• Storage Location: Kept locally inside your browser's isolated chrome.storage and localStorage areas. This data never leaves your device unless you explicitly export it.
B. Anonymous Community Presence Telemetry:
• Online Player Counter: To power the active user counter ("Client Users: X") in the game lobby, the extension sends a lightweight heartbeat containing:
- An anonymous randomly generated UUID string (saved in your local storage as "nova_device_id").
- Your in-game public player nickname (or "Guest" if not logged in).
- A timestamp of the last ping.
• How it is transmitted: Transmitted directly via secure HTTPS REST requests to our Firebase Realtime Database endpoint.
• Automatic Removal: This entry is automatically deleted when you close the tab or after 35 seconds of inactivity. It contains zero personal identifiable information (PII).
4. WHAT WE NEVER COLLECT OR SELL
• We DO NOT collect personal identifiers (such as real names, email addresses, phone numbers, or physical addresses).
• We DO NOT collect IP addresses for tracking, profiling, or identification.
• We DO NOT log passwords or account credentials.
• We DO NOT monitor keystrokes outside of your game keybinding configuration.
• We DO NOT sell, rent, monetize, or trade your data to third parties, data brokers, or advertisers under any circumstances.
5. DATA RETENTION & SECURITY
• Local Preferences: Remain on your browser until you choose to reset settings, clear extension data, or uninstall Nova Client.
• Heartbeat Telemetry: Ephemeral. Automatically purged from the online presence registry upon tab closure or after 35 seconds of inactivity.
• Security: All communications with the community presence endpoint utilize industry-standard TLS/HTTPS encryption.
6. YOUR RIGHTS & CONTROL
You retain full control over your data:
• Reset Settings: You can reset all configurations and labels at any time via the in-game HUD editor or extension popup.
• Complete Data Removal: Uninstalling Nova Client from Chrome immediately purges all locally stored preferences from your computer.
7. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY (COPPA)
Nova Client does not knowingly collect or solicit any personal information from children under the age of 13.
8. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect feature additions or Chrome Web Store policy updates. Any revisions will be documented in this document with an updated revision date.
9. CONTACT & QUESTIONS
If you have any questions or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or our permission usage, please contact us via our official GitHub repository:
https://github.com/karizzmaa/nova-client/